limitation in WordNet English dictionary

1. the greatest amount of something that is possible or allowed
   "there are limits on the amount you can bet"; "it is growing rapidly with no limitation in sight"
   limit  limitation 
   
2. an act of limiting or restricting (as by regulation)
   limitation  restriction 
   
3. the quality of being limited or restricted
   "it is a good plan but it has serious limitations"
   limitation 
   
4. a principle that limits the extent of something
   "I am willing to accept certain restrictions on my movements"
   restriction  limitation 
   
5. (law) a time period after which suits cannot be brought
   "statute of limitations"
   limitation