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Deterrent

Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Definition: Something that discourages or prevents someone from taking action or proceeding with something.

Senses:

1. Noun:
   • An object or factor that acts as a deterrent.
   • Something that discourages or prevents someone from doing something harmful or undesirable.

   Example Sentence: The high-security fence served as a deterrent to keep trespassers away from the property.

2. Adjective:
   • Serving to discourage or prevent something undesirable from happening.

   Example Sentence: The presence of security cameras is a deterrent measure against theft.

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