Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
preclude
verb
/prɪˈkluːd/

Definition
To prevent something from happening or make it impossible.

Examples
- His injury precluded him from participating in the game.
- The heavy rain precluded any chance of a picnic.

Meaning
To take action that stops a situation from occurring.

Synonyms
- prevent
- prohibit
- exclude
- foreclose