The Chinese word "禁令" (jìn lìng) is a compound noun formed by combining two characters, each with its own meaning, to create a new, specific term. The first character, "禁" (jìn), carries the core meaning of "to prohibit" or "to forbid." The second character, "令" (lìng), means "order," "command," or "decree." When combined in this order, they create a coordinative or parallel compound where both elements contribute equally to the final meaning. Thus, "禁令" literally translates to a "prohibition order" or a "forbidding decree," and is universally understood as a formal "ban" or "prohibition" issued by an authority.