constraint
/kənˈstreɪnt/
CEFR level C1Topic EconomyWord #6448 in the learning path
限制；制约因素
Definitions
n. Something that limits what you can do.
限制；制约因素
n. Control that prevents free or natural behaviour.
拘束；克制
Example
Our main constraint is the size of the kitchen.
我们的主要限制是厨房的大小。
Financial constraints prevent many local authorities from investing adequately in reliable public transport.
财政限制使许多地方政府无法充分投资于可靠的公共交通。
Collocations
- time constraints
- financial constraints
- a constraint on growth
- within budget constraints
Word family
- constrain (v.)
- constrained (adj.)
- unconstrained (adj.)
Synonyms
- restriction
- limitation
Usage tip
常用复数constraints；对……的限制用on。
FAQ
- What does constraint mean?
- Something that limits what you can do. Control that prevents free or natural behaviour.
- How is constraint pronounced?
- UK /kənˈstreɪnt/, US /kənˈstreɪnt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
