Embargoes
/ɪmˈbɑːrɡoʊz/
Definitions
- (n.) Plural of embargo, meaning official prohibitions or restrictions on trade or other commercial activity with a particular country or entity.
The government imposed embargoes on several countries to exert economic pressure.
Forms
- embargo
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Commentary
Embargoes are primarily used as plural nouns referring to multiple restrictions; see 'embargo' for the substantive legal definition.
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