noun
preclusion
Preclusion (noun) means the act of stopping something from happening.
noun
1
The act of stopping something from happening.
2
The state of being prevented or ruled out.
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Etymology
Borrowed from Latin praeclusio, praeclusionis, from Latin praecludo.
Synonyms
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obviation
forestalling
Related words
Rhymes for preclusion
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of preclusion?
"preclusion" (noun) means the act of stopping something from happening.
What is another word for preclusion?
Other words for "preclusion" include obviation, forestalling.
What are the different meanings of preclusion?
"preclusion" has 2 main meanings: 1. The act of stopping something from happening; 2. The state of being prevented or ruled out.