forbiddance
|for/bid/dance|
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/fərˈbɪdəns/
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/fəˈbɪdəns/
(forbid)
prohibit action
Etymology
Etymology Information
'forbiddance' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'forbeodan,' where 'for-' meant 'away, off' and 'beodan' meant 'to offer, announce.'
Historical Evolution
'forbeodan' changed from the Old English word 'forbeodan' and eventually became the modern English word 'forbid.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to announce against,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to prohibit or ban.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of prohibiting or forbidding something.
The forbiddance of smoking in public places has been widely accepted.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35