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inhibit

/ɪnˈhɪbɪt/ verb · British & US
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What does inhibit mean?

verb

To prevent or stop something from happening or being done; to restrain or hold back.

Example

"The new law will inhibit the development of the project."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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