Ban
Noun, Verb
UK
/bæn/
US
/bæn/
Level: Easy - A1 (Beginner)
Definition
(v) : To officially stop or forbid something.
(n) : An official rule or order that forbids something.
(n) : An official rule or order that forbids something.
Example
"They banned smoking indoors."
"The government placed a ban on using certain chemicals harmful to the environment."
"The school decided to ban mobile phones in classrooms to help students focus better."
Explanation
To “ban” means to officially stop or forbid something by law or rule. When something is banned, people are not allowed to do it or use it. For example, smoking is banned in many public places to protect people’s health. “Ban” can also be used as a noun to describe the official order that stops something from happening. Bans are usually created by governments, organizations, or people in authority to keep situations safe or fair.