restriction
Translation
restriction, limitation, constraint
Examples
There are parking restrictions in the city centre.
There are parking restrictions in the city center.
They placed a restriction on the number of visitors.
They placed a restriction on the number of visitors.
Grammar Patterns
restriction ((on sth.)) a rule that limits something There are restrictions on imports.
Similar Words
Synonyms: limitation, constraint, rule; Antonyms: freedom, permission
Etymology
From 'restrict' + '-ion' (a noun-forming suffix). The act of restricting.
Memory Tips
A 'restriction' is an 'action' ('-ion') that 'restricts'.