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unrestrictive

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re⋅stric⋅tive

  [ri-strik-tiv]
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–adjective
1. tending or serving to restrict.
2. of the nature of a restriction.
3. expressing or implying restriction or limitation of application, as terms, expressions, etc.
4. Grammar. limiting the meaning of a modified element: a restrictive adjective.
Origin:
1375–1425; late ME < MF restrictif < L restrict(us) (see restrict ) + MF -if -ive

Related forms:
re⋅stric⋅tive⋅ly, adverb
re⋅stric⋅tive⋅ness, noun
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Main Entry: re·stric·tive
Pronunciation: ri-'strik-tiv
Function: adjective
1 a : of or relating to restriction b : serving or tending to restrict
2 : prohibiting further negotiation —re·stric·tive·ly adverb —re·stric·tive·ness noun
Merriam-Webster's Dictionary of Law, © 1996 Merriam-Webster, Inc.
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