restrict
Translation
to restrict, to limit, to confine
Examples
The new law will restrict smoking in public places.
The new law will restrict smoking in public places.
Please restrict your comments to the main topic.
Please restrict your comments to the main topic.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((to sth.)) to limit (sth.) to (sth.) The law restricts access to the area.
Similar Words
Synonyms: limit, confine, curb; Antonyms: allow, permit, free
Etymology
From Latin 'restringere' (to bind back), from 're-' (back) + 'stringere' (to draw tight).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'strict' rule that 're-' (again and again) holds you back.