definition of embargoes
See all translations. uk â /ÉªmËbÉË.É¡ÉÊ/ us â /ÉªmËbÉË.É¡oÊ/ plural embargoes. âº an order to temporarily stop something, especially trading or giving information: They have put an embargo on imports of clothing. The police asked for a news embargo while they tried to find the kidnapper.