word
Restrictive
Ree-STRIH-ktihv
/riːˈstrɪktɪv/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
restrictive
Dictionary meaning
Protective of national interests by restricting imports.
Examples
- The restrictive tariff caused the national industry to boom.
- Teenagers eager to escape restrictive home environments.
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uhb-SEE-kwee-us
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