Definition of embargo

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  • embargo is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 12
  • embargo is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 12
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Definition of embargo

  • a government order imposing a trade barrier (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. trade embargo
    2. trade stoppage
  • ban the publication of (documents), as for security or copyright reasons (verb)

    Examples

    1. embargoed publications
  • prevent commerce (verb)

    Examples

    1. The U.S. embargoes Libya

See definition of embargo in Merriam Webster