(1):
(n.) The state of being restrained.
(2):
(n.) The act or process of restraining, or of holding back or hindering from motion or action, in any manner; hindrance of the will, or of any action, physical or mental.
(3):
(n.) That which restrains, as a law, a prohibition, or the like; limitation; restriction.
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