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de·ter \də̇ˈtər, dēˈ-, +V -ər.; -ˈtə̄, +V -ər. or -ə̄(r\ transitive verb (deterred ; deterred ; deterring ; deters) Etymology: Latin deterrēre, from de from, away + terrēre to frighten — more at de-, terror 1. : to turn aside, discourage, or prevent from acting by fear or consideration of dangerous, difficult, or unpleasant attendant circumstances or consequences 2. : inhibit < painting to deter rust > Synonyms: see dissuade |