Meaning & Definition of word "Restrict"

Restrict

/rɪˈstrɪkt/

1. to limit the movements or actions of someone or something.
- Example: The new law will restrict the sale of alcohol to minors.
2. to confine or limit something within certain bounds.
- Example: The company decided to restrict access to sensitive information.
3. to impose limits on something.
- Example: They had to restrict their spending due to budget cuts.
4. to prevent someone from doing something.
- Example: The doctor advised her to restrict her physical activities during recovery.
5. to control or regulate something.
- Example: The school may restrict the use of mobile phones during class hours.

Late Middle English: from Latin 'restringere', from 're-' meaning ‘back’ + 'stringere' meaning ‘to bind’.

restrict access:

To limit who can enter a certain place or use a certain resource.

restrict information:

To limit the availability or transparency of certain data or information.

restrict movement:

To limit the ability to move freely.

restriction:

The act of limiting or controlling something.

restrictive:

Imposing restrictions or limitations.

Meaning: To cut back on something.

Example Sentence: I'm really trying to restrict my spending this month.

Meaning: To put someone on a leash metaphorically.

Example Sentence: My boss likes to restrict creativity in the office.