어떤 일이 일어나는 것을 방지하거나 불가능하게 만들다.
To prevent something from happening or make it impossible for an action to occur.
예문:
"The heavy snow precluded any chance of the flight taking off on time."
"A prior commitment precludes me from attending the gala tonight."
규정이나 상황이 누군가로 하여금 어떤 행동을 하지 못하게 하다.
To prevent someone from doing something, typically by a rule or condition.
예문:
"His previous criminal record precluded him from obtaining a security clearance."
"The rules preclude any member from voting more than once."
가능성이나 선택지 등을 미리 배제하거나 제외하다.
To rule out or exclude a possibility or option.
예문:
"Accepting this offer does not preclude you from applying for other positions."
"The existence of one factor should not preclude the consideration of others."