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proscribe

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/ˈpɹəʊˌskɹaɪb/ English

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  1. To forbid or prohibit.“The law proscribes driving a car while intoxicated.”
  2. To denounce.“The word ‘ain’t’ is proscribed by many authorities.”
  3. To banish or exclude.“Many Roman citizens were proscribed for taking part in rebellions.”

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