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Restriction

Ree-STRIH-kshuhn

/riːˈstrɪkʃʌn/

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restriction

Dictionary meaning

An act of limiting or restricting (as by regulation).

Examples

  • The restriction of the infection to a focal area.
  • I am willing to accept certain restrictions on my movements.

Synonyms: limitation

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