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Definition preclude in British English

preclude verb

[transitive] verb
/prɪˈkluːd/
1

if one thing precludes another, the first thing prevents the second one from happening

Example

This policy precludes the routine use of chemicals.

Example

Tercek's interviewing style precluded any long-winded answers.

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Definition preclude in British English