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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

restriction

/rɪˈstrɪkʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does restriction mean?

noun

A limitation or restriction on something, such as a rule or a law, that prevents or restricts something from happening or being done. A restriction can also refer to a limitation on the amount or extent of something.

Example

"The new policy imposed a restriction on the number of employees that could attend the conference."

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