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Meaning of the word forbid in English

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forbid

US /fɚˈbɪd/
UK /fəˈbɪd/
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Verb

refuse to allow (something)

Example:
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The rules forbid smoking in the building.
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My parents forbid me from staying out late.
Synonym:
prohibit ban outlaw veto disallow
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