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boycott

/ˈboɪkɒt/ verb · British & US
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What does boycott mean?

verb

To refuse to buy or use something as a protest, or to persuade others to do the same. To withdraw support or cooperation from something.

Example

"The union decided to boycott the company's products until they agreed to better working conditions."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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