The meaning of CONSTRAINT is the act of constraining. How to use constraint in a sentence.

Self-control and moderation (Definition of constraint from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)

CONSTRAINT definition: limitation or restriction. See examples of constraint used in a sentence.

A constraint is a limit or restriction. Hopefully your school won't cut the sports or music programs due to budget constraints!

A constraint is something that limits or controls what you can do. Their decision to abandon the trip was made because of financial constraints.

constraint (kənˈstreɪnt) n 1. compulsion, force, or restraint 2. repression or control of natural feelings or impulses

Definition of constraint noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

The theory of constraints is an overall management philosophy, introduced by Eliyahu M. Goldratt in his 1984 book titled The Goal, that is geared to help organizations continually achieve their goals. [1] …

CONSTRAINT meaning: 1 : something that limits or restricts someone or something usually plural; 2 : control that limits or restricts someone's actions or behavior

the holding back or tight controlling of natural feelings and desires:[uncountable] He kept his voice quiet with constraint and subdued his anger. See -strain-.