constraint
/kənˈstɹeɪnt/
UK: /kənˈstɹeɪnt/
constraint
English
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Definition
Something that constrains; a restriction.
Etymology
From Middle English constreynt, constreynte, from Old French constreinte, past participle of constreindre (“to constrain”), from Latin cōnstringō (corresponding to the past participle cōnstrictus).
Example Sentences
- "An engineer must recognize the difference between a constraint (to work within) and a problem (to be eliminated via resolution)."
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- "Today’s electricity demand (65 EJ/a) is well covered by the range, but constraints may occur in the long run locally. Amongst large countries, Nigeria and India may need imports to meet electricity demand."
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