Forbiddance
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Forbiddance is a noun meaning An act of forbidding, prohibition; an official edict against something.
Meaning
An act of forbidding, prohibition; an official edict against something.
Example Sentences
[T]hat such Shows should be prohibited is very rational & proper—it is however curious to see how little forbiddance is necessary; for these Superstitious Brutalities die away of themselves gradually […].
Word Forms
- forbiddances
Synonyms for forbiddance
Depending on context, synonyms include ban, forbidding, banning.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include banning, forbidding, ban, prohibition, proscription, interdiction.
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