immobilizing
adjectiveUK /ɪˈməʊ.bɪ.laɪ.zɪŋ/
US /ɪˈmoʊ.bə.laɪ.zɪŋ/
Making something or someone unable to move.
The doctor put an immobilizing cast on his broken arm.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. Stopping something from working or progressing.
The immobilizing effect of the strike shut down the whole factory.
3. Holding a body part still so it can heal.
The immobilizing bandage kept her sprained ankle from moving.
4. Making a vehicle or machine unable to operate.
The immobilizing device stops the car from starting without the key.