Meaning & Definition of word "Forbid"

Forbid

/fərˈbɪd/

1. to order someone not to do something; to prohibit.
- Example: The school does not forbid students from using their phones during lunch.
2. to prevent someone from doing something.
- Example: The law forbids the sale of alcohol to minors.
3. to make something impossible or impractical.
- Example: The high cost of living in the city forbids many families from buying a home.
4. to express an order against something or someone.
- Example: Her parents forbade her from going to the party.
5. to declare something not allowed.
- Example: The organization forbids any form of discrimination among its members.

Middle English 'forbiden', from Old English 'forbidda', meaning 'to prohibit'.

forbid the use of:

to prohibit using something

forbidden fruit:

something that is desired but off-limits

forbidden zone:

an area where entry is prohibited

prohibition:

the act of forbidding something by law or authority.

prohibitive:

something that is so high that it prevents use or purchase.

interdiction:

a judicial order forbidding something.

Meaning: No can do

Example Sentence: I wanted to borrow her dress, but she said 'no can do'.

Meaning: Not allowed

Example Sentence: Sneaking into the party? Not allowed.