Veto Definition & Meaning
veto
- noun
- a vote that blocks a decision
- the power or right to prohibit or reject a proposed or intended act (especially the power of a chief executive to reject a bill passed by the legislature)
- verb
- vote against; refuse to endorse; refuse to assent; "The President vetoed the bill"
- command against; "I forbid you to call me late at night"; "Mother vetoed the trip to the chocolate store"; "Dad nixed our plans"
"Veto" in song lyrics
See how veto is used in real songs:
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"Sowas gab es nicht bis dato, Musik ist unser Veto"
Massive Töene f/ Celestial Souljahz — Notify the President -
"what is a line item veto"
AOL — AOL -
"presidential veto"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with veto
Usage tips for "veto"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "veto" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for veto to find words that pair well.
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