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Uncommonrefrain
The correct spelling is refrain.
How to pronounce refrain
/ɹɪˈfɹeɪn/
verbIPA: /ɹɪˈfɹeɪn/
Say it like: Ref-ray-n
The correct spelling is refrain. To hold back, to restrain (someone or something).
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Meanings
verb
- 1.To hold back, to restrain (someone or something).
- 2.To show restraint; to hold oneself back.
- 3.To repress (a desire, emotion etc.); to check or curb.
- 4.(with preposition "from") To stop oneself from some action or interference; to abstain.
- 5.To abstain from (food or drink).
noun
- 1.The chorus or burden of a song repeated at the end of each verse or stanza.
- 2.A much repeated comment, complaint, or saying.
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