prohibited

Everyday

1. Not allowed by a law or a rule; forbidden. tree →
2. Stopped from doing something by a rule or by force. tree →

In the lessons

Seen on official signs and in safety rules (smoking prohibited, no entry), airport rules (prohibited items), and formal exam language. Tells the reader what must not be done. Phrases: «strictly prohibited», «prohibited from», «prohibited items».

Examples

• Smoking is prohibited in the building. tree →
• Swimming is prohibited when the red flag is up. tree →
• Mobile phones are prohibited during the exam. tree →
• Knives are prohibited items on a plane. tree →
• Dogs are prohibited from the playground. tree →
• Parking is strictly prohibited here. tree →

Note

Formal; everyday: «not allowed», «banned», «forbidden». Noun «prohibition». «Prohibited from + -ing»: prohibited from parking. Safety signs with a red circle and a line mean «prohibited».