Precluding: meaning, definitions and examples

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precluding

 

[ prɪˈkluːdɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

preventing action

To preclude means to make something impossible or to prevent an action from happening. It can be used in various contexts, particularly in legal or formal discussions where certain actions are ruled out.

Synonyms

exclude, foreclose, preempt, prevent, prohibit

Examples of usage

  • The heavy rain precluded any outdoor activities.
  • Her busy schedule precluded her from attending the meeting.
  • The agreement precludes them from suing each other.
  • The evidence precludes the possibility of innocence.

Translations

Translations of the word "precluding" in other languages:

🇵🇹 precludente

🇮🇳 पूर्ववर्ती

🇩🇪 ausschließend

🇮🇩 mencegah

🇺🇦 попереджуючи

🇵🇱 wykluczający

🇯🇵 排除する

🇫🇷 excluant

🇪🇸 excluyente

🇹🇷 hariç tutma

🇰🇷 배제하는

🇸🇦 استباقي

🇨🇿 vylučující

🇸🇰 vylučujúci

🇨🇳 排除的

🇸🇮 izključevalni

🇮🇸 útíkanlegur

🇰🇿 алдын алу

🇬🇪 გამრავლება

🇦🇿 qarşısını alma

🇲🇽 excluyente

Word origin

The word 'preclude' originates from the Latin term 'praecludere', which means 'to shut off or close'. It is composed of two parts: 'prae', meaning 'before', and 'claudere', meaning 'to shut'. This etymological background reflects the word's definition, as it denotes an action that effectively shuts off or prevents something from occurring. The term made its transition into Middle English in the late 14th century, retaining its active meaning related to prevention. Over time, 'preclude' has been commonly utilized in legal, philosophical, and academic language, emphasizing the stopping of particular actions or events from happening.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,837, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.