Limitar
Example: Debemos limitar el uso del teléfono por la noche.
Definition
"Limitar" means to set boundaries or restrictions on something, controlling its extent or amount. It often refers to reducing or confining usage, access, or influence, as in the example phrase, 'We must limitar the use of the phone at night.'
Etymology
The word "limitar" comes from the Latin verb 'limitare,' which means 'to enclose within boundaries.' It shares roots with the noun 'limes,' meaning 'boundary' or 'border.' Did you know? The concept behind "limitar" is closely related to physical or metaphorical borders used in ancient times.
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"Limitar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (A2) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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