immobility

American  

[im-oh-bil-i-tee] / ˌɪm oʊˈbɪl ɪ ti /

noun

1. the quality or condition of being immobile or irremovable.

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Etymology

Origin of immobility

First recorded in 1375–1425; late Middle English word from Late Latin word immōbilitās. See im- ², mobility

Example Sentences

But while immobility is the characteristic material feature of land, it is financially mobile, in that its value can rise and fall.

From The Wall Street Journal

When turned upside down, a shark enters a temporary paralysis known as tonic immobility, which occurs when its awareness of its environment is disrupted.

From Science Daily

Lowry’s rectilinear buildings suggest immobility beyond time, and urban orderliness without elegance.

From The Wall Street Journal

"If I’m being honest, I also didn’t want to admit to the depth of my disability. I had muscle spasms and immobility on my left side, and I tried to hide it," she said.

From Salon

For some people, muscle loss worsens, leading to falls, immobility, a loss of autonomy and a condition called sarcopenia2.

From Science Daily

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