noun
- plural of preclusion; the action of preventing something from happening or someone from doing something
- plural of preclusion; a circumstance or condition that prevents or excludes something
Usage: formal; typically used in legal or academic contexts
Usage: formal
Examples
- The preclusions in the contract prevented either party from selling the property without consent.
- Legal preclusions on disclosure made it impossible for the witness to testify.
- The new regulations created several preclusions that affected small businesses.
- Financial preclusions limited the company's ability to expand internationally.
- The preclusions outlined in the agreement were designed to protect both parties.
- Time-based preclusions meant the offer would expire at the end of the month.