verb · to confine or imprison someone, physically or by restricting their freedom of thought or action

落后的教育方式禁锢了学生的创造力。

verb · a formal prohibition or ban, historically referring to barring individuals from holding official positions

在古代，被禁锢的官员往往终身不得再次入仕。

verb · physical or metaphorical restraints, such as shackles or fetters

他终于冲破了旧礼教的禁锢，获得了自由。