What is the meaning of paralyse?

verb

  • Make powerless and unable to function.
    • usage: "The bureaucracy paralyzes the entire operation"
  • Cause to be paralyzed and immobile.
    • usage: "The poison paralyzed him"; "Fear paralyzed her"
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