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constrain

/ constrain /
verb

Definitions & Examples

verb Sense 1
restrict
"Tighten the rules"
"stiffen the regulations"
Type of:
restrict restrain trammel
Usage Patterns:
Somebody ----s somebody into V-ing something
verb Sense 2
hold back
Type of:
restrict restrain trammel
Kinds of:
bridle curb clog
Derived:
restrainer controller
Usage Patterns:
Somebody ----s somebody into V-ing something
Semantic Complexity
15%
Sense Count
2
Total Synonyms
0
Total Relationships
11
Times Searched
1
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restrict restrain trammel bridle curb clog