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Restrain
rɪˈstreɪn
Restrain definitions
verb
restrain
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restrains
- prevent (someone or something) from doing something; keep under control or within limits
"the need to restrain public expenditure"
- control (a strong urge or emotion)
"Amiss had to restrain his impatience"
- deprive (someone) of freedom of movement or personal liberty
"leg cuffs are used for restraining and transporting violent criminals"
- (of a seat belt) hold (a person or part of their body) down and back while in a vehicle seat
"all front seats must be equipped with seat belts which restrain the upper part of the body"