redistrain

/ˌrɛdɪˈstreɪn/

Definitions

1. verb

to restrain or check (something) again or in a different way

“The new policy aims to redistrain the flow of resources to more efficient areas.”

2. verb

to cause (something) to flow or move in a different way

“The engineer had to redistrain the water supply to prevent flooding in the nearby town.”

3. noun

the process of restraining or checking (something) again or in a different way

“The redistrain of the city’s traffic system was a major undertaking that required significant funding.”

Synonyms

  • redirect
  • reroute
  • restrain

Antonyms

  • disregulate
  • unhinder
  • unrestrain