VDict - Definition of immobilization

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immobilization

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Noun

the act of limiting movement or making incapable of movement
- the storm caused complete immobilization of the rescue team

fixation (as by a plaster cast) of a body part in order to promote proper healing
- immobilization of the injured knee was necessary

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immobilisation immobilizing

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immobilisation immobilization
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