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restraints

restraints is the plural of restraint.

Meaning of restraint

Noun

restraint (countable and uncountable, plural restraints)

  1. (countable) Something that restrains, ties, fastens or secures.
    • Make sure all the restraints are tight.
    Synonyms:
    fetter
  2. (uncountable) Control or caution; reserve.
    • Try to exercise restraint when talking to your boss.
    Synonyms:
    withstraint

Phrases with restraints

Questions about restraints

What is restraints the plural of?
Restraints is the plural of restraint.

Words near restraints in the dictionary

  1. restrains
  2. restraint
  3. restraint of trade
  4. restraintful
  5. restraintless
  6. restraints
  7. restraints of trade
  8. restrap
  9. restrapped
  10. restrapping
  11. restraps

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