limit
limit
a point or amount that cannot be exceeded
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What's the difference between limit / restriction / cap / ceiling / border / boundary
a rule or condition that limits what you can do; often broader and more formal than limit
There are restrictions on smoking in public places.
The company set a cap on bonuses.
the highest possible level or amount; often used for money or limits on increases
The government introduced a wage ceiling.
the line that marks the edge of a country or area; less about a limit on amount
They crossed the border into France.
We need clear boundaries in the agreement.
a limit on ability, size, or amount; often suggests a disadvantage or weakness
The main limitation is lack of time.
power to manage or stop something; not the same as a point or amount that cannot be exceeded
The government has strict control over prices.
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how to pronounce limit
/ˈlɪmɪt/
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limit
limit transcription
/ˈlɪmɪt/, /ˈlɪmɪt/
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limit meaning: what does it mean?
a point or amount that cannot be exceeded
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