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restraint vs skid

skid vs restraint

restraint and skid both are nouns.

restraint is not a verb while skid is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
restraint Yes No No No
skid Yes No Yes No
As nouns, skid is a hyponym of restraint; that is, skid is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than restraint:
  • restraint: a device that retards something's motion
  • skid: a restraint provided when the brake linings are moved hydraulically against the brake drum to retard the wheel's rotation
restraint (noun) skid (noun)
the act of controlling by restraining someone or something an unexpected slide
a device that retards something's motion one of a pair of planks used to make a track for rolling or sliding objects
discipline in personal and social activities a restraint provided when the brake linings are moved hydraulically against the brake drum to retard the wheel's rotation
lack of ornamentation
a rule or condition that limits freedom
the state of being physically constrained
restraint (verb) skid (verb)
move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner
apply a brake or skid to
elevate onto skids
slide without control
Difference between restraint and skid

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