Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
interdiction
Noun
ˌɪn.tɚˈdɪk.ʃən
Definition
The act of prohibiting or preventing something.
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.
Meaning
Interdiction refers to the official process of stopping or prohibiting something from happening, often used in legal or military contexts.
Synonyms
- Prohibition
- Ban
- Prevention
- Injunction
