Disallows

/ˌdɪsəˈlaʊz/ verb

Definition

Third person singular present tense of disallow; refuses to permit or officially rejects.

Etymology

From disallow + -s (third person singular present marker). Disallow = dis- + allow.

Kelly Says

When you say 'the rule disallows this behavior,' you're describing a firm prohibition built into a system—it's more formal than just saying 'doesn't allow.'

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