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Meaning of bans
The primary meaning of the word "bans" refers to official or formal prohibitions.
Etymology of bans
The word "ban" originates from Old English "bannan" or Old Norse "banna", meaning to summon, proclaim, or forbid, which is also related to Old High German "bannen", meaning to curse or to proclaim
Historically, the term "ban" was used in various contexts, including law, politics, and social norms, to impose restrictions or prohibitions on certain activities, behaviors, or individuals
Synonyms
prohibitions
restrictions
taboos
embargoes
sanctions
boycotts
blacklists
exclusions
suspensions
expulsions
rejections
refusals
denials
vetoes
interdictions
injunctions
forbiddances
disallowances
restraints
constraints
limitations
curbs
controls
regulations
laws
ordinances
decrees
edicts
directives
orders
commands
prohibitory orders
restrictive measures
punitive measures
disciplinary actions
penalties
fines
punishments
reprimands
warnings
cautions
admonitions
dissuasions
discouragements
Definitions
- An official or formal prohibition or restriction
- * A formal or official order to stop or prohibit something
Usage Examples
- The government imposed a ban on the importation of certain goods
- * The school administration issued a ban on the use of mobile phones during class hours
- * The city council implemented a ban on single-use plastics
Antonyms
permissions
allowances
approvals
sanctions
endorsements
authorizations
licenses
permits
exemptions
exclusions
liberties
freedoms
privileges
rights
entitlements
concessions
dispensations
waivers
tolerances
acceptances
validations
confirmations