(n) fixation (as by a plaster cast) of a body part in order to promote proper healing, Syn. immobilisation, Example:immobilization of the injured knee was necessary
(n) the act of limiting movement or making incapable of movement, Syn. immobilisation, immobilizing, Example:the storm caused complete immobilization of the rescue team
n. The act or process of limiting movement or making incapable of movement; as, immobilization of the injured knee was necessary; the storm caused complete immobilization of the rescue team. Syn. --immobilizing. [ WordNet 1.5 ]
v. t. [ Pref. im- in + mobilize; cf. f. immobiliser. ] To make immovable; in surgery, to make immovable (a naturally mobile part, as a joint) by the use of splints, or stiffened bandages. [ 1913 Webster ]