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in contravention of something

/ɪn ˌkɑntrəˈvɛntʃən əv ˈsʌmθɪŋ/ /ɪn ˌkɒntrəˈvɛnʃən əv ˈsʌmθɪŋ/
expression Formal
  1. 1 bir şeye aykırı olarak

Definition (English)

In a way that breaks a particular law, rule or agreement.

Example Sentences

  1. The factory was found to be dumping waste into the river in contravention of environmental regulations.
    Fabrikanın çevre mevzuatına aykırı olarak nehre atık boşalttığı tespit edildi.
  2. Several shops were selling alcohol to teenagers in contravention of the licensing laws.
    Birkaç dükkân, ruhsat yasalarına aykırı olarak gençlere alkol satıyordu.