prohibition
Pronunciation: [ˌproʊhɪˈbɪʃən]
Word
Context: “law”
(noun) a rule or law that says you cannot do something. When a prohibition is in place, people are not allowed to do specific activities, like drinking alcohol during a certain time.
Example
The prohibition against smoking in public places helps keep the air clean.
Example
There is no prohibition on playing loud music in the park, so anyone can enjoy it.
Example
What is the main prohibition in our school rules?
Context: “social behavior”
(noun) an idea or tradition that tells people not to do something. Prohibitions can affect how people behave in different situations, like not talking loudly in a library.
Example
The prohibition on using phones during class helps students focus.
Example
Without any prohibitions, people would act however they want, and that might create chaos.
Example
Are there any prohibitions in this community about public displays of affection?
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