toom — meaning in English

English meaning

• bridle noun The straps and bit fitted to a horse's head to guide and control it.
• gaggle noun A flock of geese, especially on the ground rather than in flight.
• paddling noun The activity of propelling a small boat with a paddle.

Senses

toom is used for these senses in English:

• bridle (equestrian) The headgear with which a horse is directed and which carries a bit and reins.
• gaggle (collective) A group of geese when they are on the ground or on the water.
• paddling A collective noun for ducks when they are on water.

bridle — full definition

1. noun The straps and bit fitted to a horse's head to guide and control it.
2. noun Figuratively, anything that restrains or checks something.
3. verb To react with anger, resentment, or indignation.
4. verb To control, restrain, or hold something in check.

gaggle — full definition

1. noun A flock of geese, especially on the ground rather than in flight.
2. noun Informal: a noisy, disorganized group of people.
3. verb To cackle, like a goose.

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