Definitions

1. noun

The act or state of excluding or preventing something from happening, being considered, or being present; a circumstance or condition that prevents something from occurring

“The court’s decision was based on the preclusion of key evidence, which was deemed inadmissible.”

2. noun

A law, rule, or principle that prevents something from happening or being done

“The preclusion of foreign companies from bidding on government contracts has been a contentious issue for years.”

3. noun

The act of excluding or preventing someone or something from participating in something

“The manager’s preclusion of the new employee from the meeting was seen as unfair.”

4. verb

To prevent or exclude something from happening or being considered

“The judge precluded the prosecution from presenting further evidence.”