limitation

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Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /lɪmɪˈteɪʃən/

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Noun

Singular limitation

Plural limitations

1. A limitation is a restriction that is caused by something or by a certain circumstance.

   Getting into his wheelchair after his amputation, it felt like a limitation you could roll in.

2. (law) A limitation is a time period after which some legal action may no longer be continued.