limit
/ˈlɪmɪt/
CEFR level B1Topic GovernmentWord #3125 in the learning path
限度；限制
Definitions
n. the greatest amount or level that is allowed or possible
限度；限制
v. to control how much something can increase or happen
限制；限定
Example
There is a limit to what this bag can hold.
这个包能装的东西是有限的。
Governments should limit industrial emissions while providing financial support for businesses adopting cleaner production methods.
政府应限制工业排放，同时为采用更清洁生产方式的企业提供资金支持。
Collocations
- speed limit
- time limit
- set a limit
- limit something to
Word family
- limited (adj.)
- limitation (n.)
- unlimited (adj.)
- limitless (adj.)
Synonyms
- restriction
- restrict
Usage tip
limit A to B意为将A限制在B范围内。
FAQ
- What does limit mean?
- the greatest amount or level that is allowed or possible to control how much something can increase or happen
- How is limit pronounced?
- UK /ˈlɪmɪt/, US /ˈlɪmɪt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
