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restriction
What does restriction mean?
restriction (noun): a principle that limits the extent of something.
Definition: Princeton WordNet 3.1.
How do you use restriction in a sentence?
- I am willing to accept certain restrictions on my movements. (Princeton WordNet 3.1)
How do you pronounce restriction?
/ɹiˈstɹɪkʃən/ (IPA, American English). The app reads every word aloud.
Where does restriction come from?
From Middle English restriccioun, from Anglo-Norman restriction, Middle French restriction, and their source, Late Latin restrictiō, from Latin restringō.
Etymology: Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.
What are synonyms of restriction?
From Princeton WordNet 3.1.
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What does “restriction” mean?
a principle that limits the extent of something
Right! That's what “restriction” means.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
Not quite: that's what hand means.
a person who rules or guides or inspires others
Not quite: that's what leader means.
an increase in size, number, value, or strength
Not quite: that's what growth means.
Which word is closest in meaning to “restriction”?
limitation
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population
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difference
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department
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