veto
nounmasculineformal/ˈvɛ.tu/medium
ve·to
Definition
A constitutional right to reject a decision or proposal made by a law-making body.
The governor used his veto to block the bill.
The UN Security Council permanent members have veto power.
Common collocations
veto powerpresidential vetooverride a vetoright of veto
Etymology
Do latim 'veto' (eu proíbo), primeira pessoa do presente do indicativo de 'vetare' (proibir).