de|ter|rent

de|ter|rent
de|ter|rent «dih TUR uhnt, -TEHR-», adjective, noun.
–adj.
discouraging or hindering; deterring; restraining: »

A dog in the house is a deterrent influence on burglars. Atomic strength has been shifted back into a primarily deterrent role (Atlantic).

–n.
1. something that deters: »

Fear of sharks is a deterrent to swimming in those waters. The installed nuclear missile arsenal is not intended for use against an enemy, but to act as a deterrent against his use of nuclear missiles (H. W. Katz).

2. a military weapon powerful enough to deter an enemy from aggression: »

a nuclear deterrent. America's allies are dependent on the American deterrent for their security—but have had almost no control over strategic nuclear weapons (Maclean's).

–de|ter´rent|ly, adverb.

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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