restriction restriction /riːˈstrɪkʃən/

noun

1. () A principle that limits the extent of something  ( limitation , restriction )
   a principle that limits the extent of something
    I am willing to accept certain restrictions on my movements
   I am willing to accept certain restrictions on my movements
   
2. () An act of limiting or restricting (as by regulation)  ( limitation , restriction )
   an act of limiting or restricting (as by regulation)
   
3. The act of keeping something within specified bounds (by force if necessary)  ( confinement , restriction )
   the act of keeping something within specified bounds (by force if necessary)
    The restriction of the infection to a focal area
   the restriction of the infection to a focal area