constraint

/kəˈnstreɪnt/C1Loopy word list, level 5 · Proficient

Definition

n. the state of being physically constrained
n. the act of constraining; the threat or use of force to control the thoughts or behavior of others

Word forms

Plural: constraints

Example sentences

n.
The new rules imposed a constraint on how much time we could spend on the project.
n.
In programming, a constraint ensures that certain conditions are met in the data.