verb
- to put an end to; to stop or reject something decisively
Usage: informal; third person singular present tense of 'kibosh'
noun
- plural of kibosh; a decisive check or stop; something that ends a plan or activity
Usage: informal; often used in the phrase 'put the kibosh on'
Examples
- The principal kiboshes any plans for a late-night party.
- Bad weather kiboshes the outdoor concert.
- She kiboshes his idea before he can even finish explaining it.
- The budget cuts put the kibosh on the new project.
- His parents kiboshed his plan to drop out of school.
- One negative review kiboshes the restaurant's reputation.
- The coach kiboshes any excuses from the team.