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proscribe
[ proh-skrahyb ]
verb (used with object)
- to denounce or condemn (a thing) as dangerous or harmful; prohibit.
Synonyms: , ,
- to put outside the protection of the law; outlaw.
- to banish or exile.
- to announce the name of (a person) as condemned to death and subject to confiscation of property.
proscribe
/ əʊˈɪ /
verb
- to condemn or prohibit
- to outlaw; banish; exile
- (in ancient Rome) to outlaw (a citizen) by posting his name in public
Derived Forms
- ˈ, noun
Other 51Թ Forms
- ·a· adjective
- ·İ noun
- un·a· adjective
- ܲp· adjective
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of proscribe1
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of proscribe1
Example Sentences
He admitted five counts relating to the online distribution of terrorist publications, and one of expressing support for a proscribed organisation.
Hezbollah is known for being a powerful militia and is proscribed as a terrorist organisation by countries including the UK and the US.
Qatar has long championed the Palestinian cause and host political leaders of Hamas, which is proscribed as a terrorist organisation by Israel, the UK, the US and other countries.
“Article II: Libraries should provide materials and information presenting all points of view on current and historical issues. Materials should not be proscribed or removed because of partisan or doctrinal disapproval.”
The PKK - or Kurdistan Workers' Party - has waged an insurgency since 1984, and is proscribed as a terrorist group in Turkey, the EU, UK and US.
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