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limited

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈlɪmɪtɪd/

limited means: Available only in a small amount, or allowed only within certain limits.

adjective

SMALL AMOUNTB1

Available only in a small amount, or allowed only within certain limits.

  • We have limited time.
  • Access is limited to staff.
  • There is a limited number of places available.

How to use it: limited to something (Entry is limited to club members.)

Similar words: restricted

Opposites: unlimited

Common phrases: limited time, limited resources, limited to something, limited funds

noun

EXPRESS TRAINC2

A fast passenger train that stops at only a few stations.

  • We took the limited to Chicago.
  • The limited passed several small stations without stopping.
  • Passengers boarded the overnight limited at platform three.

Similar words: express

Common phrases: overnight limited, board the limited

Questions about limited

What does limited mean?

Available only in a small amount, or allowed only within certain limits.

What is limited in other languages?

Türkçe: sınırlı · Español: limitado · Français: limité · Deutsch: begrenzt · Italiano: limitato · 日本語: 限られた

How do you pronounce limited?

It is pronounced /ˈlɪmɪtɪd/.

How do you use limited in a sentence?

We have limited time. Access is limited to staff.

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