O OneWordDaily
AI-generated image
Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

clampdowns

/klæmpdaʊnz/ noun · British & US
Valid in UKValid in US
Share WhatsApp

What does clampdowns mean?

noun

A series of measures taken to enforce a particular policy or rule, especially one that is strict or severe. Clampdowns can also refer to the act of tightening or restricting something, such as a clampdown on spending.

Example

"The government's clampdown on immigration led to a significant decrease in the number of foreign workers in the country."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

Synonyms for clampdowns

Antonyms of clampdowns

Rhymes with clampdowns

Etymologically related