Search
Select the dictionary language
to preclude
01
to stop or prevent something from happening
Transitive: to preclude an action or situation
Examples
Strict security measures in place preclude unauthorized entry into the restricted zone.
Previous failures in communication precluded successful collaboration between the teams.
02
(of circumstances) to stop or prevent someone from being able to do something
Transitive: to preclude sb from sth
Examples
His prior commitment to another project will preclude him from attending the meeting.
Her health condition precludes her from participating in strenuous physical activities.
Lexical Tree
preclusion
preclude
