The temporary interruption of a task without its cooperation and with the intention of resuming it at a later time.
The purchase of something before it is offered for sale to others.
The displacement of a lower jurisdiction's laws when they conflict with those of a higher jurisdiction.
The purchase of public land by the occupant.
The act of preventing or hindering; obstruction of action, access, or approach; thwarting.
precaution; forethought.
Any measure intended to limit health-related risks (such as information campaigns, vaccination, early diagnosis etc.).