restrainer

/rɪˈstreɪnər/
noun
  1. A person or thing that holds back, controls, or limits someone or something.
    • The safety harness is a vital restrainer for workers on high scaffolding.
    • In the debate, the moderator served as a restrainer, ensuring everyone spoke in turn.
    • The dog's leash acted as a restrainer, keeping it from running into the street.
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