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That which deters; a deterrent; a hindrance.

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  1. n. That which deters; a deterrent; a hindrance.
  2. n. a negative motivational influence
  3. n. a communication that makes you afraid to try something
  4. n. the act or process of discouraging actions or preventing occurrences by instilling fear or doubt or anxiety
  5. n:100 n. the act or process of discouraging actions or preventing occurrences by instilling fear or doubt or anxiety