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proscribe

/ˈpɹəʊˌskɹaɪb/

verb

Meaning

  • 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."