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Restriction

noun

/rɪˈstrɪk.ʃən/

Meaning

a limiting condition or measure; the limitation or control of someone or something

a rule or law that limits or controls something

There are strict restrictions on smoking in public places.

The new restrictions will affect the business hours.

limitation, constraint, ban, prohibition, curb, restraint

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limitation, constraint, ban, prohibition

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limitation, constraint, curb, restraint

freedom, permission, allowance, liberty

Entry 1

freedom, permission, allowance, liberty

Entry 2

freedom, liberty, allowance

impose restrictions, travel restrictions, age restrictions, strict restrictions, lift restrictions, government restrictions

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impose restrictions, travel restrictions, age restrictions, strict restrictions

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impose restrictions, lift restrictions, government restrictions, travel restrictions

A young bird that has just developed its feathers and is learning to fly; a beginner.

a short moral story or fable intended to teach a lesson

the practice of restraining oneself from indulging in something, typically alcohol or sex

The avoidance of excess or extremes; keeping balance or within reasonable limits.

an abstract idea or a general notion

a marriage ceremony, especially considered as including the associated celebrations