interdiction (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌɪntərˈdɪkʃən/
Definition
An official prohibition or ban on an activity or item, often by legal or authoritative decree.
Examples
The court issued an interdiction against the company, preventing them from selling the disputed product.
Military forces carried out an interdiction mission to disrupt the enemy's supply lines.
A strict interdiction on fishing in the protected area helps preserve marine life.
How to Use interdiction
- interdiction against (prepositional phrase)
- A ban directed at a specific entity or action. — "The judge issued an interdiction against the company's advertising practices."
- interdiction on (prepositional phrase)
- A ban concerning a particular subject or activity. — "There was an interdiction on the use of personal devices during the exam."
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