restrict

/ˈrɛstrɪkt/

Definitions

1. verb

to limit or prohibit the use or action of something

“The government restricted the sale of firearms in the city.”

2. verb

to limit or confine the movement or action of something

“The tree was restricted to a small area by the garden fence.”

3. noun

a restriction, especially a legal or official one

“The court lifted the restrictions on the company’s activities.”

4. noun

a limit or boundary

“The park is restricted to people over 16 years old.”

Synonyms

  • constrain
  • curtail
  • limit

Antonyms

  • allow
  • permit