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restrict

verb/ʁɨʃtɾĩˈʒiɾ/medium

res·trin·gir

Definition

To limit, confine, or reduce to a narrower scope; to impose limits on.
The new law restricts the use of plastic bags.
We need to restrict our spending to stay within budget.
Common collocations
restrict accessrestrict movementrestrict consumptionrestrict freedom

Etymology

Do latim 'restringere' (atar fortemente, conter, limitar).

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