restraining

/R IY0 S T R EY1 N IH0 NG/
verb
  1. 1

    To control or keep in check.

  2. 2

    To deprive of liberty.

  3. 3

    To restrict or limit.

    “He was restrained by the straight jacket.”

noun
  1. 1

    The act by which someone or something is restrained.

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