Something that constrains; a restriction.
An irresistible force or compulsion.
A condition that a solution to an optimization problem must satisfy.
A linkage or other restriction that maintains database integrity.
The repression of one's feelings.
A particular benefit, advantage, or favor; a right or immunity enjoyed by some but not others; a prerogative, preferential treatment.
A right or immunity enjoyed by a legislative body or its members.
An exemption from certain laws granted by the Pope.
An especially rare or fortunate opportunity; the good fortune (to do something).
A common law doctrine that protects certain communications from being used as evidence in court.
An ability to perform an action on the system that can be selectively granted or denied to users.
The fact of being privileged; the status or existence of (now especially social or economic) benefit or advantage within a given society.