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proscribe

verb

command against

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Word Facts

Word length
9
Starts with
P
Ends with
E
Contains
RO
Scrabble score
15
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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Pronunciation

pɹəˈskɹaɪb

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Meaning

Definitions

verb

  1. command against

    “I forbid you to call me late at night”

In context

Example Sentences

I forbid you to call me late at night
Mother vetoed the trip to the chocolate store
Dad nixed our plans

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