interdictory
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of interdictory
From the Late Latin word interdictōrius, dating back to 1745–55. See interdict, -tory 1
Example Sentences
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The complete regeneration of India cannot be expected until the emancipation of the females is accomplished, practically proving to the world, as it has already done in a very limited degree, the palpable absurdity of Manu's interdictory edict, restraining them from cultivating their intellectual powers.
From Project Gutenberg
Though the Hanoi-Haiphong industrial complex remained inviolate, American planes kept up their interdictory hammering of roads, rail lines and military posts.
From Time Magazine Archive
Farther out battleships lobbed their heavy shells in high-arc interdictory fire to smash highways and crossroads deeper in the invasion area.
From Time Magazine Archive
Domiloff, with smooth face and with many lying regrets, had presented an interdictory note from Russia, but owing to the peculiar conditions prevailing there had not been until after the coronation any properly-appointed person to receive it.
From Project Gutenberg
There was a little ravine to the left; the stream which had cut it in the steep southern slope of the ridge would be dry at this time of year, and he could make better time, and find protection in it from any chance shots when the interdictory barrage started.
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