1 : to lay under or prohibit by an interdict. 2 : to forbid in a usually formal or authoritative manner. 3a : to destroy, damage, or cut off (something, such as an enemy line of supply) by firepower to stop or hamper an enemy.

What does interdict mean examples?

The definition of an interdict is an absolute order not to do something issued by a person in authority. An order issued by the King forbidding his subjects from eating meat on Tuesday is an example of an interdict.

What does bellicosity mean?

an inclination to fight or quarrel. the candidate criticized her opponent’s bellicosity as divisive.