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B2
/bænd/
(ban)
prohibit
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ban' originates from Old Norse, specifically the word 'bann,' where 'bann' meant 'proclamation or curse.'
Historical Evolution
'bann' changed from Old English word 'bannan' and eventually became the modern English word 'ban.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to proclaim or curse,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to prohibit or forbid.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'ban'.
The book was banned in several countries.
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