constraint (n.)

  1. the state of being physically constrained; dogs should be kept under restraint

    [ Syn: restraint ]

  2. a device that retards somethings motion; the car did not have proper restraints fitted

    [ Syn: restraint ]

  3. the act of constraining; the threat or use of force to control the thoughts or behavior of others

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