brider

French

verb
Definitions
  • to bridle; bridle up attach a bridle to
  • to curb; control; put on a leash.
  • (cooking) To truss (in cooking, to put string around meat, so it keeps its shape when cooking)
  • (of clothing) To choke (be too tight)
  • to choke (a motor)

Etymology

Suffix from French bride (bridle).

Origin

French

bride

Gloss

bridle

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