immobilize

UK
/ɪˈməʊbɪlaɪz/
US
/ɪˈmoʊbɪlaɪz/

Translations

immobilizeverb
immobilized
Past Simple
immobilized
Past Participle
immobilizing
Gerund
UK
/ɪˈməʊbɪlaɪz/
US
/ɪˈmoʊbɪlaɪz/
The venom can immobilize its prey within seconds.
Яд может парализовать свою добычу за считанные секунды.
The security system will immobilize the vehicle if someone tries to steal it.
Система безопасности заблокирует автомобиль, если кто-то попытается его украсть.
The doctor had to immobilize the patient's leg after the accident.
Врач должен был обездвижить ногу пациента после аварии.

Definitions

immobilizeverb
To make something unable to move or operate.
The mechanic had to immobilize the car to prevent further damage.
To render someone or something motionless or incapable of movement.
The sudden fear seemed to immobilize her, leaving her unable to react.
To fix or secure a part of the body to prevent movement, often for medical reasons.
The doctor decided to immobilize the patient's arm with a cast to ensure proper healing.