restrict
Translation
to restrict, to limit, to confine
Examples
The new law restricts smoking in public places.
The new law restricts smoking in public places.
We must restrict the number of people in the room.
We must restrict the number of people in the room.
This ticket restricts you to travelling on specific trains.
This ticket restricts you to traveling on specific trains.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to limit (sth.). The new law restricts smoking.
((sth.)) ((to sb./sth.)) to limit (sth.) to a particular group or thing. We restrict access to staff only.
Similar Words
Synonyms: limit, confine, curb; Antonyms: allow, permit, free
Etymology
From Latin 're-' (back) + 'stringere' (to draw tight). Same root as restrain, but with a stronger sense of setting limits or boundaries.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'strict' rule that holds you back ('re-'). It's about creating boundaries.