constrains

verb

(transitive) To keep within close bounds; to confine.

(transitive) To force physically, by strong persuasion or pressuring; to compel; to oblige.

(transitive) To reduce a result in response to limited resources.

Roots

stringostrain- · Latin · draw tight, bind

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Where does constrains come from?

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