Which definition best describes the word restrict?

• A. to physically confine
• B. to limit
• C. to keep under control
• D. to prevent from entering

Answer: (B)

Restrict means to place boundaries on something, limiting how much or how freely it can occur. That makes “to limit” the best fit, since it directly captures the idea of creating a boundary or cap—for example, restricting access, restricting movement, or restricting the number of items. It isn’t inherently about physically confining someone or something, which is a narrower, more literal sense. It also isn’t simply about ongoing control or a complete ban, which are stronger or more absolute implications than the general sense of setting limits. So the best description is to limit.