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proscribed

/prəˈskraɪbd/ verb · British & US
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What does proscribed mean?

verb

Formally forbidden or prohibited, especially by law or official decree. Officially forbidden or prohibited.

Example

"The government proscribed the use of the chemical in all industries."

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

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