disqualify

/dɪsˈkwɑlɪfaɪ/
verb
  1. To officially stop someone from taking part in something, or to declare something as not suitable or acceptable.
    • A serious injury could disqualify him from playing in the championship.
    • The judges will disqualify any entry that arrives after the deadline.
    • The new law may disqualify some voters if they do not have proper identification.
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