Meaning of restricted in English

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Classifying Adjective
restricted
Definitions
1. restricted in meaning
Examples
- « (as e.g. 'man' in 'a tall man') »
Synonyms
- modified
2. curbed or regulated
Examples
- « controlled emotions »
Synonyms
- limited
3. the lowest level of official classification for documents
Synonyms
- classified
Qualitative Adjective
restricted
Definitions
1. subject to restriction or subjected to restriction
Examples
- « of restricted importance »
Synonyms
Antonyms
- unrestricted

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