prohibit — to formally forbid something by law, rule, or other authority
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to formally forbid something by law, rule, or other authority
Pronunciation (IPA): /prəˈhɪbɪt/
Korean meaning: 법률이나 규칙으로 금지하다, 금하다
Korean pronunciation: 프러**히**빗
Example Sentences
- The school prohibits students from bringing their pet dragons to class.
- Many countries prohibit the use of certain chemicals in food production.
- The new law prohibits texting while riding a unicycle.
prohibit
VERB//prəˈhɪbɪt//
to formally forbid something by law, rule, or other authority
to formally forbid something by law, rule, or other authority
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Origin
From Latin 'prohibere', meaning 'to prevent or forbid', derived from 'pro-' (forward) and 'habere' (to have or hold). The word entered English in the 14th century through Old French.
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“The school prohibits students from bringing their pet dragons to class.”
“Many countries prohibit the use of certain chemicals in food production.”
“The new law prohibits texting while riding a unicycle.”
“Company policy prohibits employees from working more than 12 hours per day.”
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