prohibit
1 of 1verb/proʊˈhɪbɪt/
Forms:prohibits,prohibiting,prohibited,prohibited
1
to formally forbid something from being done, particularly by law
B2transitive- The city council passed a law to prohibit the use of fireworks within city limits.
- The park has signs that prohibit littering to maintain cleanliness and environmental conservation.
- Many public places have signs that prohibit smoking to ensure a smoke-free environment.
- The new legislation prohibits the sale of alcohol within 500 meters of schools and places of worship.
- The regulations prohibit parking in front of fire hydrants to ensure easy access for emergency vehicles.
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