limited

7 definitions • 13 examples

small in amount or number:

a limited choice

limited resources

kept within a particular size, range, time, etc.:

Places on the bus are limited to 50 - so book early!

The problem of stress is certainly not limited to people who work (= it exists for others too).

used in the name of a limited company

Limited also means kept within a particular size, range, time, or group:

The advanced course is limited to those who have already taken the introductory course.

kept within a particular size or amount:

We have a limited budget so it forces us to be imaginative with advertising.

a limited number/amount A limited number of tickets will be on sale from tomorrow.

limited to sth The other driver's policy was limited to $50,000.

small in amount, number, or degree:

To a limited extent, we control the market because we are the most respected brand.

There is a limited availability of reinsurance cover for pollution cleanup.

We are doing what we can with limited resources.

The selection of jobs on offer is fairly limited.

used in the name of a limited company:

Honda Motor Company Limited is a client.