restrict
/rɪˈstrɪkt/
CEFR level B2Topic GovernmentWord #5251 in the learning path
限制；限定
Definitions
v. to limit what someone can do or how much is allowed
限制；限定
Example
These tight shoes restrict my movement when I dance.
这双鞋太紧，跳舞时让我施展不开。
Local authorities may restrict private vehicle access to city centres in order to reduce air pollution.
地方政府可能限制私家车进入市中心，以减少空气污染。
Collocations
- restrict access
- restrict movement
- restrict something to
Word family
- restriction (n.)
- restricted (adj.)
- restrictive (adj.)
Synonyms
- limit
- constrain
Usage tip
restrict A to B表示“把A限定在B范围内”。
FAQ
- What does restrict mean?
- to limit what someone can do or how much is allowed
- How is restrict pronounced?
- UK /rɪˈstrɪkt/, US /rɪˈstrɪkt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
