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Debarring: meaning, definitions and examples

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debarring

 

[ dɪˈbɑːrɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

legal action

Debarring refers to the action of prohibiting someone from participating in a particular activity, often within a legal or regulatory context. This term is frequently used in situations involving contracts, where an individual or entity is prevented from eligibility or participation due to certain violations or infractions. The term can also encompass a range of disciplinary measures that restrict an individual's rights or opportunities, particularly in regard to public contracts or government programs.

Synonyms

barring, excluding, forbidding, prohibiting

Examples of usage

  • The contractor was debarred from future projects due to misconduct.
  • After the investigation, several individuals were debarred from participating in the program.
  • The company faced debarment for failing to adhere to regulatory standards.

Translations

Translations of the word "debarring" in other languages:

🇵🇹 exclusão

🇮🇳 निष्कासन

🇩🇪 Ausschluss

🇮🇩 penyingkiran

🇺🇦 виключення

🇵🇱 wykluczenie

🇯🇵 除外

🇫🇷 exclusion

🇪🇸 exclusión

🇹🇷 hariç tutma

🇰🇷 제외

🇸🇦 استبعاد

🇨🇿 vyloučení

🇸🇰 vylúčenie

🇨🇳 排除

🇸🇮 izključitev

🇮🇸 útiloka

🇰🇿 шығарылып тастау

🇬🇪 გამოცხადება

🇦🇿 çıxarma

🇲🇽 exclusión

Word origin

The term 'debar' originates from the Middle French word 'débarre', meaning to 'bar', which is derived from the combination of 'de-' (meaning off, from) and 'barre' (meaning bar). The use of the term in English dates back to at least the late 15th century, primarily in legal and formal contexts. Throughout the centuries, its meaning has evolved to encompass various forms of prohibition and exclusion, particularly in relation to contracts and regulatory practices. In modern usage, 'debar' is commonly associated with legal proceedings, particularly in contexts where individuals or organizations face sanctions for misconduct, such as fraud, corruption, or violations of laws. The concept of debarment highlights the importance of maintaining integrity and compliance within systems, particularly in governmental and contractual frameworks.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,285 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.