restrain

verb

1. 1

   place limits on (extent or access)

   restrict the use of this parking lot

   limit the time you can spend with your friends

2. 2

   hold back

3. 3

   to close within bounds, limit or hold back from movement

   This holds the local until the express passengers change trains

   About a dozen animals were held inside the stockade

4. 4

   to compel or deter by or as if by threats

5. 5

   keep under control; keep in check

   suppress a smile

   Keep your temper