Restrictions
rɪˈstrɪkʃənz
Definitions
A rule or law that limits what you can do or what is allowed.
rɪˈstrɪkʃən
A limiting condition or regulation.
The government announced new travel restrictions.
💡 Simply: Restrictions are like rules that keep you from doing certain things. Like, if your parents have a restriction, you might not be allowed to stay out past a certain time.
👶 For kids: Rules that tell you what you CAN'T do.
More Examples
Due to the pandemic, there were many restrictions on public gatherings.
The website has restrictions on user comments to prevent spam.
How It's Used
"The new law imposed strict restrictions on the sale of firearms."
"Patients with diabetes often face dietary restrictions."
"There are restrictions on how the funds can be used."
Synonyms
Idioms & expressions
under restriction
Subject to limitations or controls.
"The company is operating under restriction due to the economic crisis."
impose restrictions
To establish or enact limitations.
"The city council decided to impose restrictions on parking."
From Latin *restrictio* (“a binding back, limitation”), from *restrictus*, past participle of *restringere* (“to hold back, limit”), from *re-* (“back”) + *stringere* (“to bind, tighten”).
The word 'restrictions' has been used in legal and societal contexts for centuries, evolving alongside changes in laws, customs, and governance.
Memory tip
Think of a fence restricting your movement.