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IELTS word

restrict

/rɪˈstrɪkt/verb

English definition

to limit what someone or something can do

Common phrases / collocations

  1. restrict access
  2. restrict movement
  3. severely restrict

Example sentences

  1. 1.

    The closed gate restricted access to the nesting area.

  2. 2.

    The rules restrict parking near the school.

  3. 3.

    Low income can restrict people’s choices.

Visual learning

See the meaning

A conservation worker closes a wooden gate to limit entry into a bird nesting area.
to limit what someone or something can do
1protected habitat
2visitors stay outside
gate closes→entry is limited