Restriction \Re*stric"tion\, n. [F. restriction, L. restrictio.]

1. The act of restricting, or state of being restricted; confinement within limits or bounds.

This is to have the same restriction with all other recreations,that it be made a divertisement. --Giv. of Tonque.

2. That which restricts; limitation; restraint; as, restrictions on trade.

Source: Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)