restriction

[ ri-strik-shuhn ]

noun

1. something that restricts; a restrictive condition or regulation; limitation.

   Synonyms: restraint, reservation, provision, rule

2. the act of restricting.
3. the state of being restricted. restricted.

restriction

/ rɪˈstrɪkʃən /

noun

1. something that restricts; a restrictive measure, law, etc
2. the act of restricting or the state of being restricted
3. logic maths a condition that imposes a constraint on the possible values of a variable or on the domain of arguments of a function

Derived Forms

• reˈstrictionist, nounadjective

Other Words From

• nonre·striction noun
• over·re·striction noun
• prere·striction noun
• prore·striction adjective
• self-re·striction noun
• super·re·striction noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of restriction¹

First recorded in 1375–1425; late Middle English, from Late Latin restrictiōn-, stem of restrictiō; equivalent to restrict + -ion

Example Sentences

These advocates called for imposing further restrictions on demolition, which the Planning Department said could significantly reduce new housing construction, including units that are mandated to be affordable to low-income households.

From Los Angeles Times

For service members, the proposal ensures the military housing allowance no longer counts against eligibility, while former foster youth would see restrictions eased to combat college hunger.

From Salon

"If that restriction was to be lifted, I believe that would be a huge pull factor and it would have potentially serious consequences," she said.

From BBC

The government has stopped short of banning smartphones in schools but has issued guidance to ensure that all schools implement effective smartphone-free restrictions.

From BBC

This would put a set of restrictions on new drivers who have recently passed their practical test for an initial period of time.

From BBC

Related Words

• check
• condition
• constraint
• control
• curb
• limit
• regulation
• restraint
• rule
• stipulation
• stricture