prohibits (B2)
verb
Pronunciation: proʊˈhɪbɪts
Definition
Formally forbids or prevents an action by law, rule, or authority.
Examples
The school handbook prohibits the use of mobile phones during class hours.
Local law prohibits the disposal of hazardous chemicals in public drains.
His contract prohibits him from working for a competitor for two years.
How to Use prohibits
- prohibit someone from doing (prepositional phrase)
- to stop someone from performing an action — "The rules prohibit students from leaving campus during lunch."
- prohibit something (collocation)
- to officially ban a specific object or activity — "The city council voted to prohibit smoking in all public parks."
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