单词 | limitation |
释义 | limitation/lɪmɪˈteɪʃ(ə)n![]() noun 1 (often limitations) A limiting rule or circumstance; a restriction: severe limitations on water use...
Synonyms restriction, curb, restraint, constraint, control, check, clampdown; hindrance, impediment, obstacle, obstruction, bar, barrier, block, deterrent, inhibition, damper, brake, rein 1.1A condition of limited ability; a defect or failing: she knew her limitations better than she knew her worth...
Synonyms imperfection, flaw, defect, failing, shortcoming, weak point, inability, incapability, deficiency, failure, incapacity, frailty, weakness; disability, foible, vice, disadvantage, drawback; British disbenefit 1.2 [mass noun] The action of limiting something: the limitation of local authorities' powers...
2 (also limitation period) Law A legally specified period beyond which an action may be defeated or a property right does not continue. See also statute of limitations.This is by way of exception, for unless the court does make a direction the primary limitation period will continue to apply....
OriginLate Middle English: from Latin limitatio(n-), from the verb limitare (see limit). |
随便看 |
英语词典包含243303条英英释义在线翻译词条,基本涵盖了全部常用单词的英英翻译及用法,是英语学习的有利工具。