Blacklist
/ˈblækˌlɪst/
Definitions
- (n.) A list of persons or entities to be avoided or distrusted.
The company placed the vendor on a blacklist due to unethical practices.
- (v.) To place someone or something on a blacklist.
They blacklisted the contractor after repeated breaches of contract.
Forms
- blacklists
- blacklisted
- blacklisting
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Commentary
Use carefully as 'blacklist' may carry negative connotations; consider using 'denylist' in neutral contexts.
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