constraint vs retardant

constraint

noun
  • Something that constrains; a restriction. 

  • An irresistible force or compulsion. 

  • A condition that a solution to an optimization problem must satisfy. 

  • A linkage or other restriction that maintains database integrity. 

  • The repression of one's feelings. 

retardant

noun
  • Something that serves to retard (slow down) the action of something 

adj
  • Serving to impede (slow down) the action of something 

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