1. to forbid by law, rule, or other authority; to prevent or make impossible
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘prohibit’

Examples

• The law prohibits smoking in public buildings.
• School policy prohibits cell phone use during class.
• The contract prohibits employees from sharing confidential information.
• Heavy rain prohibits outdoor activities today.
• The sign prohibits parking in this area.
• Federal regulation prohibits the sale of certain chemicals.
• The medication prohibits driving or operating machinery.