Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
asbo
Noun
/ˈæz.bəʊ/
Definition
An abbreviation for ‘Anti-Social Behaviour Order’, a legal injunction in the UK designed to stop an individual from engaging in behaviour that causes harassment, alarm, or distress to others.
Examples
- The teen received an asbo for vandalizing public property.
- After multiple warnings, the council decided to issue an asbo against him.
- Many people believe that asbos are an effective way to curb anti-social behaviour.
Meaning
Asbos are issued to individuals who have been involved in activities deemed harmful to their community, aiming to promote a safer environment.
Synonyms
- Exclusion order
- Court order
- Behaviour order
