injunction
Pronunciation
Noun
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An official order from a court that requires someone to do or stop doing something.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
order
directive
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The court issued an _____ to stop the demolition."
Answer: injunction
In your own words, what does "injunction" mean?
An official order from a court that requires someone to do or stop doing something.
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