Word of the Day

Restraint
–noun
1.
a restraining action or influence: freedom from restraint.
2.
Sometimes, restraints. a means of or device for restraining, as a harness for the body.
3.
the act of restraining, holding back, controlling, or checking.
4.
the state or fact of being restrained; deprivation of liberty; confinement.
5.
constraint or reserve in feelings, behavior, etc.
restrain
Synonyms:4. circumscription, restriction, imprisonment, incarceration.
Antonyms:4. liberty.