Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
interdiction
Noun
ˌɪn.tɚˈdɪk.ʃən
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Definition
The act of prohibiting or preventing something.
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Examples
- The state’s interdiction of illegal drug shipments helped to reduce drug trafficking.
- In the war, the army focused on the interdiction of enemy supply lines.
- Interdiction measures are vital for the protection of endangered species.
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Meaning
Interdiction refers to the official process of stopping or prohibiting something from happening, often used in legal or military contexts.
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Synonyms
- Prohibition
- Ban
- Prevention
- Injunction