Definition of Preclude in English :

Define Preclude in English

Preclude meaning in English

Meaning of Preclude in English

Pronunciation of Preclude in English

Preclude pronunciation in English

Pronounce Preclude in English

Preclude

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Verb

1. forbid, foreclose, forestall, preclude, prevent

keep from happening or arising; make impossible

Example Sentences:
'My sense of tact forbids an honest answer'
'Your role in the projects precludes your involvement in the competitive project'

2. close out, preclude, rule out

make impossible, especially beforehand

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Preclude

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verb (transitive)
1. 
to exclude or debar
2. 
to make impossible, esp beforehand

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Preclude

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verb transitiveWord forms: preˈcluded or preˈcluding
to make impossible, esp. in advance; shut out; prevent

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Preclude

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tr.v. pre·clud·ed, pre·clud·ing, pre·cludes
1. To make impossible, as by action taken in advance; prevent. See Synonyms at prevent.
2. To exclude or prevent (someone) from a given condition or activity: Modesty precludes me from accepting the honor.

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