Word Meaning

Meaning of preclude

- To put a barrier before; hence, to shut out; to hinder; to stop; to impede.
- To shut out by anticipative action; to prevent or hinder by necessary consequence or implication; to deter action of, access to, employment of, etc.; to render ineffectual; to obviate by anticipation.

Crossword clue for preclude

- Forbid
- Prevent something from happening