Meaning of veto

Definition of veto

(noun) a vote that blocks a decision
the power or right to prohibit or reject a proposed or intended act (especially the power of a chief executive to reject a bill passed by the legislature)
(verb) vote against; refuse to endorse; refuse to assent; "The President vetoed the bill"
command against; "I forbid you to call me late at night"; "Mother vetoed the trip to the chocolate store"; "Dad nixed our plans"

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