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Meaning of arrested decay

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

arrested

Pronunciation:/əˈɹɛstɪd/

verb

Definitions

  1. To stop the motion of (a person or animal).

  2. To stay, remain.

  3. To stop or slow (a process, course etc.).

  4. To seize (someone) with the authority of the law; to take into legal custody.

    Example: The police have arrested a suspect in the murder inquiry.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Having been stopped or prevented from developing; terminated prematurely.

  2. Having been placed under arrest, or having been charged with a crime.