circumscribed
1. [ adjective ] subject to limits or subjected to limits
Synonyms: limited
Related terms: restricted
2. [ adjective ] showing or determining a boundary
Synonyms: delimited
Examples:

"it is impossible to specify a clearly circumscribed (or delimited) area for any particular science"

Related terms: defined
Similar spelling:   circumscribe
  circumscription
  circumcise
  circumspect
  circumstantiate
  circumstance
  circumstances
  circumspectly
  circumstantial
  circumspection
  circumpolar
  circumnavigate
  circumfuse