time-limited
|time-lim-it-ed|
B2
/taɪm ˈlɪmɪtɪd/
restricted by time
Etymology
Etymology Information
'time-limited' originates from the combination of 'time' and 'limited', where 'time' refers to a measurable period and 'limited' means restricted in extent or amount.
Historical Evolution
'time-limited' evolved from the combination of the words 'time' and 'limited' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'restricted by time', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
restricted or confined to a specific period of time.
The offer is time-limited, so act quickly.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45