immobilising

[US]/[ˈɪm(ə)bɪlaɪzɪŋ]/
[UK]/[ˈɪm(ə)bɪlaɪzɪŋ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adv.Preventing movement; fixing in place.
adj.Preventing movement; fixed.
v.To prevent someone or something from moving; to fix in place.

Phrases & Collocations

immobilising effect

immobilising influence

being immobilised

immobilised completely

immobilising factor

immobilising process

immobilised temporarily

immobilising agent

immobilising stance

immobilised now

Example Sentences

the heavy sedation was necessary for immobilising the patient during surgery.

the police used a tyre deflation device to immobilising the suspect's vehicle.

the thick mud was effectively immobilising the vehicle, preventing any movement.

the security system included features designed for immobilising the car if stolen.

the drug's primary effect was immobilising the muscles, causing temporary paralysis.

the goal was to immobilising the target before launching the final attack.

the ropes were used for immobilising the struggling animal during the vet visit.

the software included a feature for immobilising the computer remotely.

the blast doors were designed for immobilising the area in case of emergency.

the team's strategy focused on immobilising the opposing player with a tackle.

the powerful magnet was used for immobilising metallic objects on the conveyor belt.

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