Meaning Of The Word Contravene

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contravene
verb: To contravene a law or rule means to do something that is forbidden by the law or rule.

contravene in American English
to go against; oppose; conflict with; violate
transitive verb: to come or be in conflict with; go or act against; deny or oppose

contravene in British English
to come into conflict with or infringe (rules, laws, etc)

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