speed limit

American  

noun

1. the maximum speed at which a vehicle is legally permitted to travel, as within a specific area, on a certain road, or under given conditions.

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speed limit British  

noun

1. the maximum permitted speed at which a vehicle may travel on certain roads

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Etymology

Origin of speed limit

First recorded in 1890–95

Example Sentences

“The better enforcement technology makes folks obey speed limits, rather than drivers suddenly wanting to drive slowly. Same thing with office attendance.”

From The Wall Street Journal

The speed limit is 55 mph, unless otherwise posted.

From Los Angeles Times

“The speed limit for growth has shifted higher due to strong productivity growth. It looks like the economy can grow 2.5% without causing an inflation problem.”

From Barron's

The adoption of AI, some economists argue, largely explains why the U.S. might be able to grow significantly faster than what economists view as its 1.8% annual speed limit.

From MarketWatch

The adoption of AI, some economists argue, largely explains why the U.S. might be able to grow significantly faster than what economists view as its 1.8% annual speed limit.

From MarketWatch