Anti-social behavior order – a punishment on people who repeatedly disturb the peace.
ASBO
Example Sentences
"The lad got an ASBO for vandalism."
"They threatened him with an ASBO."
Etymology & History
British slang term that developed through the natural evolution of informal speech. Like many British colloquialisms, it likely began in a specific regional or social context before spreading to broader usage.
Word Details
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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Slang
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