moratorium
Translation
moratorium, temporary ban
Examples
The government declared a moratorium on new construction.
The government declared a moratorium on new construction.
Grammar Patterns
a moratorium ((on sth.)) a temporary prohibition of an activity The government declared a moratorium on new construction.
Similar Words
Synonyms: suspension, pause, ban, freeze
Etymology
From Latin 'moratorius', from 'morari' meaning 'to delay'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as needing 'more time', so you put a temporary stop or delay on an activity.