verbπShareTo summon; to call out."The teacher banning the students to silence ensured everyone could hear the instructions. "communicationactionlanguageChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo anathematize; to pronounce an ecclesiastical curse upon; to place under a ban."The strict religious leader was known for banning members of his community who violated his strict moral code, effectively excommunicating them from the group. "cursereligiontheologylawstatepoliticsChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo curse; to execrate."The old woman, shaking her fist at the storm, was banning the relentless wind and rain for ruining her garden. "cursereligionsupernaturalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo prohibit; to interdict; to proscribe; to forbid or block from participation."Bare feet are banned in this establishment."politicsgovernmentlawrightactionsocietyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo curse; to utter curses or maledictions."The angry witch was banning the town, chanting dark words for misfortune to fall upon everyone. "cursereligionlanguageChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe act by which something is banned; a prohibition."The banning of cell phones in the classroom is meant to improve student focus. "politicsgovernmentlawsocietyactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
