restraint
1 ENTRIES FOUND:
plural
restraints
plural
restraints
Britannica Dictionary definition of RESTRAINT
1
[count]
somewhat formal
:
a way of limiting, controlling, or stopping something
— usually plural
— often + on
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The government has placed/put/imposed restraints on imports.
2
[count]
formal
:
a device that limits a person's movement
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Make sure the child safety restraint is in place.
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The prisoner was placed in restraints.
3
[noncount]
:
control over your emotions or behavior
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His angry response showed a lack of restraint.
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The government has acted with restraint in dealing with this crisis.
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You should exercise restraint.
4
[noncount]
formal
:
physical force that prevents someone from moving
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(US) She was charged with unlawful restraint.
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He was placed under restraint. [=he was restrained]
