injunction

US /ɪnˈdʒʌŋk.ʃən/
UK /ɪnˈdʒʌŋk.ʃən/
"injunction" picture
1.

an authoritative warning or order

:
•
The judge issued an injunction against the company.
•
They sought an injunction to stop the construction.
:
ordercommanddirectivemandatedecree