inhibit

/ɪnˈhɪbɪt/ · verb

Meaning

To hold in or hold back; to keep in check; restrain.
To recuse.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

subdue(English)suppress(English)conquer(English)curb(English)stamp down(English)stop(English)restrain(English)prevent(English)reuptake(English)thrombin(English)angiogenesis(English)norepinephrine(English)

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Sources

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