A factor or condition that, either temporarily or permanently, impedes mission accomplishment. Illustrative examples are transportation network deficiencies, lack of in-place facilities, malpositioned forces or materiel, extreme climatic conditions, distance, transit or overflight rights, political conditions, etc.
LIMITING FACTOR
Meaning of LIMITING FACTOR in English
DOD English dictionary of military terms. Английский словарь военных терминов DOD. 2012