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EMBARGO

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Embargo.

Embargo - as a noun

A government order imposing a trade barrier

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
trade embargotrade stoppage

Embargo - as a verb

Ban the publication of (documents), as for security or copyright reasons

Example: "Embargoed publications"

Prevent commerce

Example: "The u.s. embargoes libya"

Example Sentences

"The country imposed an embargo on imported goods."
"The embargo severely impacted the economy."
"The United Nations lifted the embargo on trade with the nation."
"The newspaper discussed the effects of the trade embargo."
"The government declared an embargo on certain agricultural products."
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Word Game Points

Is EMBARGO a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, embargo is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

EMBARGO has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is EMBARGO a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, embargo is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
EMBARGO has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is EMBARGO a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, embargo is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
EMBARGO has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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