verb

enjoin

Enjoin (verb) means to lay upon, as an order or command; to give an injunction to; to direct with authority; to order; to charge.

verb

To lay upon, as an order or command; to give an injunction to; to direct with authority; to order; to charge.

To prescribe under authority; to ordain.

To prohibit or restrain by a judicial order or decree; to put an injunction on.

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Etymology

From Middle English enjoinen, from Old French enjoindre (“to join with”), from Latin iniungo (“to attach”), a compound of in- (“into” “upon”) and iungo.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of enjoin?

"enjoin" (verb) means to lay upon, as an order or command; to give an injunction to; to direct with authority; to order; to charge.

What are the different meanings of enjoin?

"enjoin" has 3 main meanings: 1. To lay upon, as an order or command; to give an injunction to; to direct with authority; to order; to charge; 2. To prescribe under authority; to ordain; 3. To prohibit or restrain by a judicial order or decree; to put an injunction on.