Definitions

1. verb

to restrain or hold back from doing something, especially by law or authority

“The new law aims to cohibit the sale of counterfeit goods.”

2. noun

a restraint or obstacle to a person’s freedom or action

“The cohibit of social media on mental health is a growing concern.”

3. verb (archaic or poetic)

to confine or shut in

“The forest cohibited the wild deer from escaping.”