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Restrict Definition & Meaning

restrict
verb
  1. place restrictions on; "curtail drinking in school"
  2. place under restrictions; limit access to; "This substance is controlled"
  3. place limits on (extent or access); "restrict the use of this parking lot"; "limit the time you can spend with your friends"
  4. make more specific; "qualify these remarks"

"Restrict" in song lyrics

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  • "do not call restrict"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does restrict mean?
place restrictions on; "curtail drinking in school" place under restrictions; limit access to; "This substance is controlled" place limits on (extent or access); "restrict the use of this parking lot"; "limit the time you can spend with your friends" make more specific; "qualify these remarks"
What part of speech is restrict?
Restrict is a verb.
How many definitions does restrict have?
Restrict has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).

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