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preclusion

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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.

obviation forestalling

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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.

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