interdict

transitive verb

To prohibit (an action or thing) or forbid (someone) to do something, especially by legal or ecclesiastical order.

To cut or destroy (a line of communication) by firepower so as to halt an enemy's advance.

To confront and halt the activities, advance, or entry of.

noun

An authoritative prohibition, especially by court order.

An ecclesiastical censure that bars an individual, members of a given group, or inhabitants of a given district from participation in most sacraments.