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Definition constraint in British English

constraint noun

noun
/kənˈstreɪnt/
1

something that limits your freedom to do what you want

Example

The organization has to operate within the usual democratic constraints.

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2

behaviour that is very controlled and not natural, usually because you are embarrassed

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Definition constraint in British English