restriction

• Sustantivo que designa una regla, condición o límite que controla o restringe algo, como una acción, un proceso o una cantidad.

A noun referring to a rule, condition, or limitation that controls or limits something, such as an action, process, or quantity.

1. Limitation or constraintB1formal

   A rule or condition that limits or controls something.

   restricción

   • There is a restriction on the number of visitors allowed.
   • The government imposed new travel restrictions.
   • Speed restrictions apply in residential areas.

   Sinónimosboundcapcheckconstraintcontrolcurblimitlimitationregulationstipulation

   Antónimosfreedomlatitudelibertylicenselooseness

2. Legal or official limitationB2formal

   An official limit placed on something, often by law or authority.

   Restricción legal u oficial

   • The court placed a restriction on his movements.
   • There are strict restrictions on the use of this chemical.
   • The new law introduces restrictions on data collection.

   Sinónimosbancapceilingcheckconstraintcontrolcurbembargolimitationregulationstipulation

   Antónimosallowanceauthorizationfreedomlibertypermission