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prohibition

noun

/ˌproʊɪˈbɪʃən/

Meaning

The act of forbidding something by law or authority.

The government announced the prohibition of smoking in public places.

Prohibition Era

ban, restriction, interdiction, embargo

permission, allowance, approval

strict prohibition, total prohibition, prohibition law, prohibition era

formal release from guilt, obligation, or punishment

polite behavior or a polite action; a favor or privilege

a large cold pool in ancient Roman baths used for cooling off after hot baths

The act of obeying a rule, law, or request.

a glass or plastic container that produces light when electricity passes through it

a single distinct meaningful element of speech or writing