Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
blanket-ban
Noun
/ˈblæŋ.kɪt.bæn/
Definition
A blanket ban refers to a prohibition that applies universally to a particular category or activity without exceptions.
Examples
- The government imposed a blanket ban on smoking in public places.
- After the incident, there was a blanket ban on the sale of the controversial product.
- The school placed a blanket ban on all electronic devices during exams.
Meaning
It means that something is completely banned for everyone, rather than allowing some exceptions or specific cases.
Synonyms
- total ban
- complete prohibition
- absolute restriction
