1. A limiting factor that prevents or hinders the expansion, development, or increase of something, such as a business, economy, or organism
Lack of funding is a major growth constraint for startups.
A falta de financiamento é uma restrição ao crescimento importante para startups.
2. In economics, any factor that limits economic expansion such as resource scarcity, infrastructure limitations, or regulatory barriers
Supply chain disruptions became a growth constraint for the manufacturing sector.
As interrupções na cadeia de suprimentos tornaram-se uma restrição ao crescimento para o setor manufatureiro.
3. In biology, a limiting factor affecting the growth of organisms or populations
Nutrient availability is a growth constraint for plant development.
A disponibilidade de nutrientes é uma restrição ao crescimento para o desenvolvimento das plantas.