Definition & Meaning of "embargo"

Embargo

an official order according to which any commercial activity with a particular country is banned

to embargo

to impose a ban or restriction on trade, commerce, or certain activities

ban

boycott

black

Transitive: to embargo trade or commercial activities

to impose a restriction or official ban on the release, publication, or distribution of certain information, news, or materials

Transitive: to embargo information or news

embargo

Example

The arms embargo limited the country's access to advanced armament, affecting its ability to defend against external threats.

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