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Deter

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Meanings of Deter

Verb

  • To stop something from happening.
  • To make someone not want to do something; to discourage them.
  • To keep someone from focusing on something.

Explanation of the word: Deter

Deter means to stop someone from doing something. Like if you see a sign that says 'No Climbing,' it might make you think twice before climbing.

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Translations for the word: Deter

hindi
निवारण करना

nivaran karna

रोकना

rokna

टोकना

tokna

   

Synonyms for the word: Deter

Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Deter

What does 'deter' mean?
To deter means to stop someone from doing something or to make them think twice before doing it.
How do you pronounce 'deter'?
You pronounce 'deter' like this: dee-ter.
What is the origin of the word 'deter'?
The word 'deter' comes from the Latin word 'deterrere', which means to frighten away.
What is the meaning of 'deter' in Bengali?
The word 'deter' in Bengali is 'নিষেধ করা' (Niṣēdh karā).