proscribe
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/ˈpɹəʊˌskɹaɪb/
English
Definitions
verb
- To forbid or prohibit.“The law proscribes driving a car while intoxicated.”
- To denounce.“The word ‘ain’t’ is proscribed by many authorities.”
- To banish or exclude.“Many Roman citizens were proscribed for taking part in rebellions.”
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