Definitions

from The Century Dictionary.

  • In a four-in-hand harness, the reins used to guide the leaders.

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  • He proffered the lead-reins, and Rune rose to take them, stunned with surprise.

    The Lark And The Wren Lackey, Mercedes 1992

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