time limit

noun
UK: /ˈtaɪm ˌlɪm.ɪt/
US: /ˈtaɪm ˌlɪm.ɪt/

  1. A specific period within which something must be completed.

    1. The time limit is one hour for the test.
    2. We set a strict time limit to ensure efficient project completion.

  2. A restriction on the amount of time allowed for a particular activity.

    1. There is a time limit to complete the game.
    2. The competition's rules include a time limit, adding pressure to the participants.

Synonyms

constraint cutoff deadline restriction duration
time limit verb

  1. To set a maximum period available for a task or activity.

    1. They time limit each presentation.
    2. The manager decided to time limit each stage of the software development process.
time limit adjective

  1. Relating to or denoting a restriction on the amount of time available.

    1. This is a time limit offer only!
    2. The time limit regulations require careful consideration during the planning phase.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "time limit" in English means: A specific period within which something must be completed., A restriction on the amount of time allowed for a particular activity..

The phonetic transcription of "time limit" is /ˈtaɪm ˌlɪm.ɪt/ in British English and /ˈtaɪm ˌlɪm.ɪt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "time limit": constraint, cutoff, deadline, restriction, duration.

Example usage of "time limit": "The time limit is one hour for the test.". More examples on the page.