restrictively
UK/rɪ'strɪktɪvli/US/rɪ'strɪktɪvli/
A1
Definitions
adv.
In a way that imposes limits
限制性地，约束性地
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedrestrictiveagain, back
+
-lydraw tight, bind
=restrictively
restrictive (re- back + strict drawn tight) + -ly (adverb) = in a limiting, holding-back manner.
Example Sentences
- 1.
The clause was interpreted restrictively by the court.