limitation
[.limi'teiʃən]
n.限制, 限度, 缺点
例句与用法：
The limitation of time beyond which an action, a debt, or a crime is no longer valid or enforceable.
追诉期限一个时间限制，若超过该时间限制一个行动，债务或罪行则不再有效或不再可实施
A small alteration, adjustment, or limitation.
更改小小的改变，调正或限制
The government has imposed limitation on imports.
政府已经对进口加以了限制。
He knows his limitations.
他知道自己的能力有限。
详细释义：
n.
1. 限制, 限制因素; 局限[U][C]
Deafness is a serious limitation in this job.
做这个工作耳聋是个严重缺陷。
Every form of art has its limitations.
每种艺术形式都有本身的局限。
2. 极限, 限度[P]
Within these limitations you are free to do as you choose.
在此限度内你爱做什么都随你便。
3. 【律】追诉时效