Meaning of the word outlawed in English

What does outlawed mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

outlawed

US /ˈaʊtˌlɔːd/
UK /ˈaʊtˌlɔːd/

Adjective

made illegal

Example:
Smoking in public places is now outlawed in many countries.
The use of certain chemicals has been outlawed due to environmental concerns.

Verb

to make something illegal; to ban

Example:
The government decided to outlaw the sale of certain firearms.
Many countries have outlawed the practice of child labor.
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