The meaning of CONSTRAINT is the act of constraining. How to use constraint in a sentence.

CONSTRAINT definition: limitation or restriction. See examples of constraint used in a sentence.

Self-control and moderation (Definition of constraint from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)

A constraint is a limit or restriction. Hopefully your school won't cut the sports or music programs due to budget constraints!

A constraint is something that limits or controls what you can do. Their decision to abandon the trip was made because of financial constraints.

constraint (kənˈstreɪnt) n 1. compulsion, force, or restraint 2. repression or control of natural feelings or impulses

the holding back or tight controlling of natural feelings and desires:[uncountable] He kept his voice quiet with constraint and subdued his anger. See -strain-.

Definition of constraint noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

CONSTRAINT meaning: 1 : something that limits or restricts someone or something usually plural; 2 : control that limits or restricts someone's actions or behavior

A constraint is a limitation or restriction on something, which may limit possibilities or actions. It can be a condition, regulation, rule, requirement, or boundary that must be obeyed or considered.