lim
IPA/lˈɪm/
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lim — abbreviation
1. a short way of writing the word 'limit' or 'limited' in notes, signs, forms, and
1.縮寫B1
釋義
a short way of writing the word 'limit' or 'limited' in notes, signs, forms, and mathematical notation, especially when space is limited.
例句
Naoko solved the problem by finding the lim of the function as x approached zero.
mathematical notation: lim x→a f(x)
The sign on the mountain road read 'Speed Lim 30' just before the sharp turn.
road-sign abbreviation
On the application form, Asher left the 'income lim' field blank because he was self-employed.
The teacher told the class to write 'lim' instead of 'limit' while taking notes.
用法筆記
In mathematical writing, 'lim' is always followed by the variable and its approach value (e.g. lim x→3). In other contexts, it appears mainly in abbreviations on signs and forms where space is restricted.
常見錯誤
❌The speed lim on this street is posted at 40 km/h, but everybody drives faster.
✅The speed limit on this street is posted at 40 km/h, but everybody drives faster.
💡'lim' is a written abbreviation used in signs and notes, not a shortened spoken word in full sentences.