delimit_explain

A read tool on the Delimit MCP server.

SERVERDelimit SOURCEdelimit-cli
Low RISK CLASS
Category Read
Parameters 00 required
Recommended Allowedsee the rule below
Registry record Grade F, identity unverified Pull the record →

This record as markdown: /tools/delimit/delimit-explain.md

What delimit_explain does on Delimit

AI agents call delimit_explain to retrieve information from Delimit without modifying anything. It is typically the context-gathering step in research, monitoring, and reporting workflows, before the agent takes action elsewhere.

Why delimit_explain is rated Low

The tool name implies explanation or documentation retrieval without modification capabilities. While the empty description reduces confidence, the context of governance and monitoring tools suggests this provides read-only access to information. No evidence of data modification, deletion, code execution, or financial operations.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'delimit_explain' suggests information retrieval or documentation; description is empty, limiting confidence. Based on naming convention and sibling tools (audit, dashboard, status), this appears to be a query/read operation.

Questions about delimit_explain

What does the delimit_explain tool do? +

delimit_explain is a read tool on the Delimit MCP server. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Delimit MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on delimit_explain? +

Register the Delimit MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for delimit_explain: allow, deny, rate-limit, or require approval. Point your MCP client at the PolicyLayer proxy URL and the rule is enforced on every call, before it reaches Delimit. Nothing to install.

What risk level is delimit_explain? +

delimit_explain is a Read tool with low risk. Read-only tools are generally safe to allow by default.

Can I rate-limit delimit_explain? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the delimit_explain rule in your PolicyLayer policy. For example, setting max: 10 and window: 60 limits the tool to 10 calls per minute. Rate limits are tracked per agent session and reset automatically.

How do I block delimit_explain completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for delimit_explain. The AI agent will receive a policy violation error and cannot call the tool. You can also include a reason field to explain why the tool is blocked.

What MCP server provides delimit_explain? +

delimit_explain is provided by the Delimit MCP server (delimit-cli). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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