1) not absolutely necessary (tending to be less forceful in meaning than inessential). Non-essential lockdown compound banned. 1) the confining of prisoners to their cells, as following a riot or other disturbance.
2) as a security measure in which those inside a building such as a prison, school, or hospital are required to remain confined in it for a time: many schools remained under lockdown yesterday Non-essential lockdown compound banned. 1) a separate area, usually fenced or walled, containing barracks or other structures.
2) composed of two or more ingredients: Non-essential lockdown compound banned. 1) to prohibit, forbid, or bar; interdict
2) prohibition by law: Non-essential lockdown compound banned.
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