Clues for the word "PRECLUDE"

We've had 10 crossword clues used for this word, and seen it 15 times in crosswords. It was last seen in Guardian Quick crossword on May 30, 2017.

Definition of preclude

v. - To put a barrier before; hence, to shut out; to hinder; to stop; to impede.
v. - To shut out by anticipative action; to prevent or hinder by necessary consequence or implication; to deter action of, access to, employment of, etc.; to render ineffectual; to obviate by anticipation.