time barrier

English

Noun

time barrier (plural not attested)

(science fiction) A barrier or obstacle preventing time travel, especially one resulting from technological limitations.

Usage notes

Usually referred to as something to be broken: to "break the time barrier" is to achieve time travel.

References

Jesse Sheidlower, editor (2001–2024), “time barrier, n.”, in Historical Dictionary of Science Fiction.

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