restrictedprogram

noun

UK /rɪˈstrɪktɪd ˈprəʊɡræm/

US /rɪˈstrɪktɪd ˈproʊɡræm/

A restricted program is a computer program that only certain people are allowed to use.

The school's restricted program can only be opened by teachers.

SYNONYMS

limited software private program controlled application locked program

RELATED WORDS

password permission access security account

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A program with limits on what it is allowed to do.

This restricted program cannot connect to the internet.

3. A plan or schedule that is kept to a small group of people.

The restricted program for the field trip was shared only with parents.

4. A software tool that needs special approval before it runs.

You must ask the admin to approve the restricted program first.