What does DEBAR mean?

Debar Part of Speech:

Verb

Definitions:
  1. to exclude or prevent someone from doing something
  2. to forbid or prohibit someone from entering a place or participating in an activity
Pronunciations:
  • US: /dɪˈbɑr/
  • UK: /dɪˈbɑː/
Origin and Usage:

The word "debar" comes from the French word "débarrer," which means "to bar." It was first used in the English language in the early 17th century. The word is commonly used in legal and academic contexts to refer to the exclusion of a person or group from a particular activity or place.

Synonyms:
  • exclude
  • ban
  • prohibit
  • prevent
  • forbid
Related Words:
  • bared
  • beard
  • bread
  • barde
  • bader
Example Sentences:
  1. The school has the right to debar students who do not meet the academic requirements.
  2. The club debarred him from entering because he was not a member.


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