1. making unable to move or function normally
Usage: present participle of immobilize

1. causing inability to move or function

Examples

• The injury was immobilizing his left arm completely.
• Fear has an immobilizing effect on some people during emergencies.
• The doctor is immobilizing the broken leg with a cast.
• The immobilizing pain made it impossible for her to walk.
• Police officers were immobilizing the suspect’s vehicle.
• The snake’s venom has an immobilizing effect on its prey.
• Anxiety can be immobilizing for students during exams.