criminalise

/ˈkrɪmɪnəlaɪz/
verb
  1. To make an action or behavior illegal by passing a law.
    • They are debating whether to criminalise the possession of fireworks without a license.
    • The government decided to criminalise the use of certain pesticides.
    • Many countries have moved to criminalise cyberbullying.
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