Definition of "enjoin" []

• To direct or impose with authority and emphasis. (verb-transitive)
• To prohibit or forbid. See Synonyms at forbid. (verb-transitive)

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• "This he did not, as in the case of the alterations agreed to in convocation, "enjoin" or "require.""
• "Having confidence in thy obedience -- to my apostolic authority, if I were to "enjoin" it (Phm 8), which I do not, preferring to beseech thee for it as a favor (Phm 9). thou will also do more -- towards Onesimus: hinting at his possible manumission by Philemon, besides, being kindly received."
• "Q: But those rights are all negative — right to prevent others from reproducing: you can enjoin/get damages."