Delimit

Quick meaning: Delimit is a verb meaning (transitive, literal, figurative) To mark or fix the limits of.

Meaning

(transitive, literal, figurative) To mark or fix the limits of.

Example Sentences

Data items in the computer file were delimited by commas.

Near-synonyms: (literal) demarcate; (figurative) limit, constrain

The square brackets delimit the list, and individual elements are separated by commas.ᵂᴮ

The possibilities for new automotive features are vast but are practically delimited by costs of development and manufacturing.

Word Forms

• delimits
• delimiting
• delimited

Synonyms for delimit

Depending on context, synonyms include demarcate, limit, constrain, delineate, specify, delimitate.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include delimitate, demarcate, delineate, define, specify, subtend.

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