restrainer en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- (Southern-England) audio
- /ɹɪˈstreɪnə/ (Received-Pronunciation)
- /ɹɪˈstreɪnɚ/ (General-American)
Etymology
From restrain + -er.
Meanings
- Something that restrains.
- A chemical compound (such as potassium bromide), added to a developer to prevent fogging.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| restrainers | Number=Plur | lexicographic |