plural noun
The maximum amounts, numbers, or levels that are allowed.
There are strict limits on how much cash you can carry.
The hotel sets limits on the number of guests.
American English
How to pronounce limits
noun · verbB1Common word
LIHmihts
/ˈlɪ.mɪts/
2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
Form of limit
Limits can be a plural noun or a third-person singular verb.
The maximum amounts, numbers, or levels that are allowed.
Practice out loudMeanings & examples
plural noun
The points where things end or can no longer continue.
We must respect the limits of nature.
She knows her limits after a long day.
third-person singular verb
Keeps something from going above a particular amount, number, or level.
The device limits charging to 80 percent.
The plan limits each guest to two tickets.
third-person singular verb
Makes someone's choices, actions, or growth less possible or effective.
Poor eyesight limits his ability to drive.
The small budget limits what we can buy.
Useful expressions
to decide the highest amount or level that is allowed
Set a limit before you start shopping online.
to understand what you can safely or successfully do
Know your limits when you start a new workout.
to try to go beyond the usual level or boundary
The experiment pushes the limits of current technology.
Related words & forms
Write limiting and limited with one t: not *limitting or *limitted.