Definition of Restrain
Restrain
re·strain


Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To hold back or control something or someone from doing something.

e.g. The police had to restrain the angry protester from attacking the officer.

(verb)
to place someone under arrest or somehow restrict their movement or liberty/freedom;

e.g. The police officer used handcuffs to restrain the robber.

(verb)
to limit, regulate, or control over the movement, development, or effect/operation of something;

e.g. They were encouraged to restrain their usage of strong language.



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