Associations to the word «Boycott»

Wiktionary

BOYCOTT, verb. To abstain, either as an individual or group, from using, buying, or dealing with someone or some organization as an expression of protest.
BOYCOTT, noun. The act of boycotting
BOYCOTT, proper noun. A village name
BOYCOTT, proper noun. A surname​.

Dictionary definition

BOYCOTT, noun. A group's refusal to have commercial dealings with some organization in protest against its policies.
BOYCOTT, verb. Refuse to sponsor; refuse to do business with.

Wise words

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