definition of
foreclose

[1] #1 foreclose v. [prevent, forestall, preclude, forbid] keep from happening or arising; make impossible; "My sense of tact forbids an honest answer"; "Your role in the projects precludes your involvement in the competitive project". wn

[2] #2 foreclose v. subject to foreclosing procedures; take away the right of mortgagors to redeem their mortgage. wn