Immobilize Definition
ĭ-mōbə-līz
immobilized, immobilizes, immobilizing
verb
immobilized, immobilizes, immobilizing
To make immobile; prevent the movement of; keep in place.
Webster's New World
To prevent the movement of (a limb or joint) with splints or a cast.
Webster's New World
To impede movement or use of.
Severe weather immobilized the rescue team.
American Heritage
To withdraw (specie) from circulation and reserve as security for other money.
American Heritage
To convert (floating capital) into fixed capital.
American Heritage
Origin of Immobilize
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From French immobiliser
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