restrictedfunction

noun

UK /rɪˈstrɪktɪd ˈfʌŋkʃən/

US /rɪˈstrɪktɪd ˈfʌŋkʃən/

A restricted function is a job or action that has limits on what it can do.

The teacher set a restricted function on the app so kids could only see the drawing tools.

SYNONYMS

limited function bounded function constrained function capped function

RELATED WORDS

restriction limitation function boundary constraint

OTHER MEANINGS

2. In math, a function that only works on a smaller set of allowed inputs.

The restricted function only accepts numbers from 1 to 10.

3. In computing, a function that can only be used by certain users or in certain ways.

The restricted function in the program can only be called by an admin.

4. A duty or role that comes with rules about what is allowed.

Being a hall monitor is a restricted function with clear rules.