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deterrent effect meaning, deterrent effect definition | English Cobuild dictionary. deterrent. 1 n-count A deterrent is something that prevents people from doing something by making them afraid of what will happen to them if they do it. They seriously believe that capital punishment is a deterrent...
The best deterrent is to make the conditions less ideal for them and getting rid of any means of entry into the home. 1  Do your best to get rid of any other household pests that they feed upon. 2  Use a dehumidifier. 3  Install a better bathroom fan for showers.