Meaning of the word moderation in English

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moderation

US /ˌmɑː.dəˈreɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌmɑː.dəˈreɪ.ʃən/

Noun

1.

the avoidance of excess or extremes, especially in one's behavior or political opinions.

Example:
he urged them to show moderation
Synonym:
2.

the retardation of neutrons by a moderator.

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