restriction meaning and definition

RESTRICTION noun

Definition of restriction (noun)

1. a principle that limits the extent of something
   • "I am willing to accept certain restrictions on my movements"
   • synonyms: limitation
2. an act of limiting or restricting (as by regulation)
   • synonyms: limitation
3. the act of keeping something within specified bounds (by force if necessary)
   • "the restriction of the infection to a focal area"
   • synonyms: confinement