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boycotts Definition and Meaning in English (boycotts definition)

noun
Synonyms:embargobanprohibition
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Boycotts definition: A punitive ban that forbids relations with certain groups, cooperation with a policy, or the handling of goods.

Definitions of Boycotts

  1. 1noun

    A punitive ban that forbids relations with certain groups, cooperation with a policy, or the handling of goods.

  2. 2verb

    To withdraw from commercial or social relations with a country, organization, or person as a punishment or protest.

Example Sentences

business

“The consumer group called for boycotts of products from companies that use child labor.”

formal

“Many nations decided to boycott the Olympic Games in protest.”

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Inflected Word Forms

infinitiveboycott
past tenseboycotted
present participleboycotting
nounboycott
agent nounboycotter

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