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Definition restrictive in British English

restrictive adjective

adjective
/rɪˈstrɪktɪv/
1

strictly limiting or controlling someone or something

Example

Some back injuries are caused by restrictive clothing.

Example

The current building regulations are very restrictive.

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Definition restrictive in British English