Restrictive

/rɪˈstrɪktɪv/ adjective

Definition

Imposing restrictions or limitations; serving to restrain or confine within bounds. Describes rules, policies, or conditions that limit freedom or scope of action.

Etymology

From Latin 'restrictus,' past participle of 'restringere' meaning 'to draw back tightly' or 'to confine,' combining 're-' (back) and 'stringere' (to bind). The word maintains the sense of binding or tying something back.

Kelly Says

Think 'restrict' + 'ive' — full of restrictions that restrict your freedom. Like a restrictive dress code that restricts what you can wear, or restrictive rules that tie you down.

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