Dehorting

/dɪˈhɔːrtɪŋ/ verb

Definition

Present participle of dehort; the act of advising against or dissuading from an action.

Etymology

Present participle of dehort, formed by adding -ing.

Kelly Says

Parents spend years dehorting their teenagers from risky behavior, relying on stories of consequences rather than just saying 'no'—it's actually more persuasive.

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