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Chasten

/ˈtʃeɪ.sən/

To punish (in order to bring about improvement in behavior, attitude, etc.); to restrain, moderate.

📖 Definitions of "Chasten"

verb

1
To punish (in order to bring about improvement in behavior, attitude, etc.); to restrain, moderate.
2
To make chaste; to purify.
3
To punish or reprimand for the sake of improvement; to discipline.
4
To render humble or restrained; to restrain or moderate.

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