Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
banned
verb
/bænd/
Definition
Prohibited or forbidden by law or regulation.
Examples
- The school banned cell phones during classes.
- After the incident, the product was banned from the market.
- Many countries have banned the use of plastic bags to protect the environment.
Meaning
When something is banned, it means that it cannot be used, done, or allowed due to a legal or official order.
Synonyms
- Prohibited
- Forbidden
- Outlawed
- Barred