restraint
|re-strant|
B2
/rɪˈstreɪnt/
control or limit
Etymology
Etymology Information
'restraint' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'restreinte,' where 'restreindre' meant 'to hold back.'
Historical Evolution
'restreinte' transformed into the Middle English word 'restreinte,' and eventually became the modern English word 'restraint.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to hold back or control,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a measure or condition that keeps someone or something under control or within limits.
The police used restraint to control the crowd.
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Noun 2
self-control or moderation.
He showed great restraint by not reacting to the provocation.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35