Restriction

/rɪˈstrɪkʃən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a limiting condition or measure, especially a legal one.

The new law imposed a restriction on the amount of water that can be used for irrigation.

a limitation on the use, amount, or access to something.

She faced a restriction on her travel due to the ongoing pandemic.

a rule or regulation that limits or controls something.

The school's policy included a restriction on cell phone use during class.

the act of restraining or limiting.

They implemented a restriction to ensure safety at the event.

a condition that limits someone’s freedom.

His medical condition came with a restriction on physical activities.

From Latin 'restrictio', meaning 'a binding back'.

self-imposed restriction

A limitation one sets for themselves.

restriction of trade

Legal limitations placed on the activities of businesses.

travel restrictions

Rules that limit travel to certain areas.

dietary restrictions

Limits on types of food that can be consumed.

limit

To set or impose a restriction.

prohibition

A forbidding of certain actions.

regulation

A rule made by an authority.

constraint

A limitation or restriction.

To hold back or prevent from doing something.

He's been really restricted lately with all these new rules at school.

No-go zone.

This area is a restriction; you can't come here without permission.