What is the meaning of interdict?

noun

  • An ecclesiastical censure by the Roman Catholic Church withdrawing certain sacraments and Christian burial from a person or all persons in a particular district.
  • A court order prohibiting a party from doing a certain activity.

verb

  • Destroy by firepower, such as an enemy's line of communication.
  • Command against.
    • usage: "I forbid you to call me late at night"; "Mother vetoed the trip to the chocolate store"; "Dad nixed our plans"
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