Definition of injunction

The word "injunction" originates from the Latin words "in" meaning "against" and "iungere" meaning "to join". In the 14th century, an injunction referred to a joining or joining together, but specifically in the context of law. It was used to describe the act of Joining or adding to a legal prohibition or restraint. In the 16th century, the term took on a more specific meaning, referring to a formal order by a court restraining someone from doing something. This could be a restraining order, a stay, or a prohibition. Over time, the term "injunction" has evolved to encompass not only restraining or prohibiting someone from doing something but also ordering or requiring someone to take a specific action. Today, an injunction is a formal court order that compels a person or entity to perform or refrain from a specific action.