suppress
Pronunciation: /səˈpɹɛs/
The English word “suppress” has 9 meanings listed here.
verb
- To put an end to, especially with force, to crush, do away with; to prohibit, subdue.
- To restrain or repress, such as laughter or an expression.
- To exclude undesirable thoughts from one's mind.
- To prevent publication.
- To stop a flow or stream.
- To forbid the use of evidence at trial because it is improper or was improperly obtained.
- To reduce unwanted frequencies in a signal.
- To stop or prevent the enemy from executing unwanted activities like firing, regrouping, observation or others.
- To hold in place, to keep low.
Etymology
From Latin suppressus, perfect passive participle of supprimō (“press down or under”), from sub (“under”) + premō (“press”).
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