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   In·junc·tion

   /inˈjəNG(k)SH(ə)n/

   

   noun

   • 1. an authoritative warning or order.
   • ▪ a judicial order that restrains a person from beginning or continuing an action threatening or invading the legal right of another, or that compels a person to carry out a certain act, e.g., to make restitution to an injured party.

   Word Origin late Middle English: from late Latin injunctio(n-), from Latin injungere ‘enjoin, impose’.

   Derivatives

   • 1. injunctive adjective

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2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › injunctionInjunction Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of INJUNCTION is a writ granted by a court of equity whereby one is required to do or to refrain from doing a specified act. How to use injunction in a sentence. Did you know?

3. www.law.cornell.edu › wex › injunctioninjunction | Wex | US Law | LII / Legal Information Institute

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   An injunction is a court order requiring a person to do or cease doing a specific action. There are three types of injunctions: Permanent injunctions, Temporary restraining orders and preliminary injunctions.

4. legaldictionary.net › injunctionInjunction - Definition, Examples, Processes - Legal Dictionary

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   Jun 22, 2015 · An injunction, ordered by a court of law, requiring that a party to a legal action take a specific action, or stop engaging in an act, provides a way for individuals and entities to obtain a legal remedy other than money damages.

5. dictionary.cambridge.org › english › injunctionINJUNCTION | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   INJUNCTION definition: 1. an official order given by a law court, usually to stop someone from doing something: 2. an…. Learn more.

6. www.dictionary.com › browse › injunctionINJUNCTION Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

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   noun. law an instruction or order issued by a court to a party to an action, esp to refrain from some act, such as causing a nuisance. a command, admonition, etc. the act of enjoining.

7. dictionary.justia.com › injunctioninjunction Definition, Meaning & Usage | Justia Legal Dictionary

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   A court order preventing or commanding a specific action to stop potential harm, which can be temporary or permanent. How to use "injunction" in a sentence.

8. dictionary.cambridge.org › english › injunctionINJUNCTION | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   INJUNCTION meaning: 1. an official order given by a law court, usually to stop someone from doing something: 2. an…. Learn more.