Meaning of the word ban in English

What does ban mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

ban

US /bæn/

UK /bæn/

officially or legally prohibit (something)

Example:

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The government decided to ban smoking in all public places.

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They tried to ban the book from school libraries.

Synonym:

prohibit forbid outlaw veto bar

an official or legal prohibition

Example:

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There is a strict ban on cell phones during exams.

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The city imposed a ban on outdoor fires due to dry conditions.

Synonym:

prohibition embargo moratorium veto restriction

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