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deter

The correct spelling is deter.

How to pronounce deter

/dɪˈtɜː(ɹ)/
verb

IPA: /dɪˈtɜː(ɹ)/

Say it like: Det-er

The correct spelling is deter. To prevent something from happening.

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Definition

verb

  1. 1.To prevent something from happening.
  2. 2.To persuade someone not to do something; to discourage.
  3. 3.To distract someone from something.

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