The phrase "main limiting factor" refers to the most significant obstacle or barrier that prevents something from reaching its full potential or achieving its desired outcome. Full definition
wenger's the main limiting factor in arsenal's ability now. (justarsenal.com)
«If, oppositely, the mobility will be much higher,» Katsnelson says, «it will be a direct confirmation of our hypothesis about ripples as the main limiting factor for electron mobility.» (scientificamerican.com)
Between the key nutrients nitrogen and phosphorus, nitrogen is primarily seen as the main limiting factor for the growth of algae in the ocean. (sciencedaily.com)