constraint
/kʌnstrˈeɪnt/
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Definitions
Noun
the state of being physically constrained; "dogs should be kept under restraint"
Noun
a device that retards something''s motion; "the car did not have proper restraints fitted"
Noun
the act of constraining; the threat or use of force to control the thoughts or behavior of others
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