verb
- third-person singular present tense of kibosh; to put an end to something; to stop or reject
Usage: informal; often used with 'put the kibosh on'
noun
- plural of kibosh; something that stops or prevents an action or plan
Usage: informal; usually used in the phrase 'put the kibosh on'
Examples
- The budget cuts kyboshes the new project before it even started.
- Her parents put the kyboshes on her plans to travel alone.
- The manager kyboshes any ideas that don't fit the company strategy.
- Several kyboshes were placed on the proposal during the meeting.
- He kyboshes every suggestion without considering the details.
- The weather kyboshes our outdoor event for the weekend.