bridlewise

[ brahyd-l-wahyz ]

adjective

1. (of a horse) obedient to a touch of the reins on the neck, without pressure of the bit on the mouth.

bridlewise

/ ˈbraɪdəlˌwaɪz /

adjective

1. (of a horse) obedient to the pressure of the reins on the neck rather than to the bit

Word History and Origins

Origin of bridlewise¹

An Americanism dating back to 1820–30; bridle + wise ¹

Example Sentences

"You had better cut it bridlewise," replied the master of the house, "for then we shall all stand a better chance to get a bit in our mouths."

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And when they're bridlewise and all, you can bring 'em in and get more.

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Being bridlewise, he rode right for Seven Mile to make dead sure of his alibi, whilst the others made their getaway with the loot.

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