The act of preventing something or someone from moving or operating as normal. The immobilization of the vehicle was necessary to prevent it from being stolen.
A medical procedure or technique used to keep a body part from moving to allow healing. The doctor recommended immobilization of the arm with a cast to ensure proper healing of the fracture.
The process of making something immobile or fixed in place, often used in a technical or scientific context. The immobilization of enzymes on a solid support can enhance their stability and reusability in industrial processes.