restraint

Etymology

From Middle English restreynte, from Old French restreinte; more at restrain.

noun

  1. (countable) something that restrains, ties, fastens or secures
    Make sure all the restraints are tight.
  2. (uncountable) control or caution; reserve
    Try to exercise restraint when talking to your boss.
    City will feel nonplussed when they review the tape and Pellegrini had to summon all his restraint in the post-match interviews. November 2 2014, Daniel Taylor, “Sergio Agüero strike wins derby for Manchester City against 10-man United”, in guardian.co.uk

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