Meaning Of The Word Deterrent

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What's The Definition Of Deterrent?

deterrent
countable noun: A deterrent is a weapon or set of weapons designed to prevent enemies from attacking by making them afraid to do so.
countable noun: A deterrent is something that prevents people from doing something by making them afraid of what will happen to them if they do it.

deterrent in American English
a thing or factor that deters; hindrance
deterring or tending to deter
adjective: serving or tending to deter
noun: something that deters

deterrent in British English
adjective: tending or used to deter; restraining
noun: something that deters

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