unterbinden

1.

to prevent, to stop

(Technical term for taking measures that ensure some behavior or act is not done anymore.)
Examples
  • Die Polizei unterbindet den illegalen Bierverkauf im Park.
  • The police shuts down the illegal selling of beer at the park.

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How many meanings does the German word 'unterbinden' have?

unterbinden has 1 distinct meaning: 1. to prevent, to stop .

What is the past tense of 'unterbinden'?

hat unterbunden / unterband

What is 'unterbinden' related to?

The word 'unterbinden' is related to binden and unter.

Where can I learn more about 'unterbinden'?

Check out the main YourDailyGerman Dictionary for more German vocabulary entries.