definition of
limitation

[1] #1 limitation n. [restriction] a principle that limits the extent of something; "I am willing to accept certain restrictions on my movements". wn

[2] #2 limitation n. the quality of being limited or restricted; "it is a good plan but it has serious limitations". wn

[3] #3 limitation n. [limit] the greatest amount of something that is possible or allowed; "there are limits on the amount you can bet"; "it is growing rapidly with no limitation in sight". wn

[4] #4 limitation n. (law) a time period after which suits cannot be brought; "statute of limitations". wn

[5] #5 limitation n. [restriction] an act of limiting or restricting (as by regulation). wn