constrain | ||
1. | [ verb ] hold back | |
Synonyms: | restrain cumber encumber | |
Related terms: | restrict bridle curb clog controller | |
2. | [ verb ] restrict | |
Synonyms: | tighten tighten_up stiffen | |
Examples: | "Tighten the rules" "stiffen the regulations" |
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Related terms: | restrict | |
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constraint constrained constraining constringe constantan Constantino constantine constipating constatation construction constriction constricting constipation constructor constrictor constant construe constituent constructive constrictive Constante constancy Constance Conestoga constrict construal construct constituency constipate constantly Considine constitute consternate connect constituted constitution constricted constipated |