Meaning & Definition of Constraint in English
English⟶
Constraint
/kənstrent/
noun
1. The state of being physically constrained
- "Dogs should be kept under restraint"
synonym:
- constraint,
- restraint
2. A device that retards something's motion
- "The car did not have proper restraints fitted"
synonym:
- restraint,
- constraint
3. The act of constraining
- The threat or use of force to control the thoughts or behavior of others
synonym:
- constraint