blacklist
Translation
blacklist, ban list
Examples
His name was put on a blacklist.
His name was put on a blacklist.
The company keeps a blacklist of unreliable suppliers.
The company keeps a blacklist of unreliable suppliers.
Grammar Patterns
((a blacklist of sb./sth.)) a list of people/things to be avoided The company keeps a blacklist of unreliable suppliers.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ban list, proscribed list; Antonyms: whitelist, approved list
Etymology
From 'black' (meaning bad, sinister) + 'list'. A list of people or things to be avoided or punished.
Memory Tips
Picture a list written in black ink, containing the names of people who are in trouble.