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mortify

(v): practice self-denial of one's body and appetites

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(v): hold within limits and control

(v): develop (children's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control

(v): hold within limits and control

(v): lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits

(v): cause to feel shame; hurt the pride of

(v): hurt the feelings of

(v): undergo necrosis

(v): become physically weaker

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