re·stric·tive 
/rɪˈstrɪktɪv/ adjective
/rɪˈstrɪktɪv/ adjective 1 [more restrictive; most restrictive] : limiting or controlling someone or something
▪ restrictive laws/regulations ▪ a very restrictive diet 2 grammar, of a word or group of words : giving information about a person or thing that is needed to understand which person or thing is meant
▪ In the sentence “The book that you ordered is out of print,” “that you ordered” is a restrictive clause. — compare nonrestrictive
▪ restrictive laws/regulations ▪ a very restrictive diet
▪ In the sentence “The book that you ordered is out of print,” “that you ordered” is a restrictive clause. — compare nonrestrictive
