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1. (n.) constraint
limitation or restriction.
2. constraint
repression of natural feelings and impulses.
3. constraint
unnatural restraint in manner; embarrassment.
4. constraint
something that constrains.
5. constraint
the act of constraining.
6. constraint
the condition of being constrained.
Etymology: (1350–1400; ME
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Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (noun) constraint, restraint
the state of being physically constrained
"dogs should be kept under restraint"
2. (noun) restraint, constraint
a device that retards something's motion
"the car did not have proper restraints fitted"
3. (noun) constraint
the act of constraining; the threat or use of force to control the thoughts or behavior of others
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1. (noun) constraint
sth that limits; = restriction
constraints on spending; time constraints; freedom without constraint
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Webster Dictionary |
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1. (noun) constraint
the act of constraining, or the state of being constrained; that which compels to, or restrains from, action; compulsion; restraint; necessity
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Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms |
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1. constraint
In the context of joint operation planning, a requirement placed on the command by a higher command that dictates an action, thus restricting freedom of action. See also operational limitation; restraint.
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