universally-prohibited
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/ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːrsəli prəˈhɪbɪtɪd/
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/ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːsəli prəˈhɪbɪtɪd/
(prohibit)
forbidden
Etymology
'universally' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'universalis,' where 'uni-' meant 'one' and 'versus' meant 'turned.' 'Prohibited' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'prohibere,' where 'pro-' meant 'before' and 'habere' meant 'to hold.'
'universalis' transformed into the Old French word 'universel,' and eventually became the modern English word 'universal.' 'Prohibere' transformed into the Old French word 'prohiber,' and eventually became the modern English word 'prohibit.'
Initially, 'universal' meant 'pertaining to the whole,' and 'prohibit' meant 'to hold back.' Over time, 'universally-prohibited' evolved to mean 'forbidden everywhere.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not allowed or forbidden in all places or situations.
The use of this chemical is universally-prohibited due to its harmful effects.
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Last updated: 2025/05/10 06:48
