limit

/lˈɪmɪt/

/ˈɫɪmət/

to limit

MAIN VERB

to not let something increase in amount or number

place limits on (extent or amount or access)

synonyms : bound

decide upon or fix definitely

synonyms : define

Limit

the greatest possible degree of something

synonyms : bound

final or latest limiting point

the boundary of a specific area

as far as something can go

the greatest amount of something that is possible or allowed

synonyms : limitation

the mathematical value toward which a function goes as the independent variable approaches infinity

Examples

1. The computer has limited storage for large files.

2. The government has set strict limits on public spending this year.

3. The speed limit on this highway is ninety kilometers per hour.

4. The runners pushed their limits to win the marathon cup.