鞚 (kòng) - Bridle & the part of a horse's harness that includes

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kòng ｜ 17 strokes ｜ radical:

俊梁

鞚 · kòng

Bridle;

the part of a horse's harness that includes the bit and reins, used for control.

Bridlethe part of a horse's harness that includes

Usage highlights

Horse bridleGolden bridleLeather bridleHold the bridleAdjust the bridleLoose bridle

Synonyms

  • 辔— Reins, bridle
  • 缰— Reins

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The rider held the bridle firmly (紧握马鞚).
  • He adjusted the horse's bridle (调整马鞚).
  • The golden bridle shone in the sun (金鞚在阳光下闪耀).

Collocations

  • Horse bridle(马鞚)
  • Golden bridle(金鞚)
  • Leather bridle(皮鞚)
  • Hold the bridle(执鞚)
  • Adjust the bridle(调鞚)
  • Loose bridle(放鞚)

Idioms

  • To hold the bridle and whip(执鞚挥鞭)
  • Golden bridle and iron horse(金鞚铁马)
  • To let go the bridle(放鞚驰骋)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Historically associated with horsemanship and cavalry in ancient China.
  • Often appears in classical literature describing knights, warriors, or travel.
  • Symbolizes control, guidance, and journey in poetic contexts.

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