ban
- 01 B1 Intermediate
v.to officially say that something is not allowed.
v.to prohibit or interdict an action, substance, or person by official decree or authority.
Simple“The city decided to ban plastic bags to help protect the environment.”
In context“The international committee voted to ban the athlete from all future competitions after the second doping violation was confirmed.”
UsageThis is a transitive verb and requires a direct object.
- 02 B1 Intermediate
n.an official rule that says something is not allowed.
n.an official or legal prohibition against a particular activity, substance, or person.
Simple“There is a new ban on smoking in public parks.”
In context“The government lifted the long-standing ban on imported electronics, hoping to stimulate competition within the local market.”
UsageOften followed by the preposition 'on'.
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Usage ban on the sale · ban argue · ban foreign