abolish — to officially end or stop something, especially a system, practice, or institution
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to officially end or stop something, especially a system, practice, or institution
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈbɑːlɪʃ/
Korean meaning: 공식적으로 끝내거나 중단시키다, 특히 제도나 관습, 기관을 폐지하다
Korean pronunciation: 어-볼-리시 (강세: 볼)
Example Sentences
- The king decided to abolish Monday mornings because even he hated them.
- If I could abolish one thing, it would be traffic jams during rush hour.
- The school board voted to abolish the outdated dress code policy.
abolish
VERB//əˈbɑːlɪʃ//
to officially end or stop something, especially a system, practice, or institution
Officially ending outdated punishment system
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Demolish the old to accomplish justice - abolish what holds us back!
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Origin
From Latin 'abolere' meaning 'to destroy or do away with,' combined with the prefix 'ab-' (away from). The word entered English through Old French in the 15th century.
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“The king decided to abolish Monday mornings because even he hated them.”
“If I could abolish one thing, it would be traffic jams during rush hour.”
“The school board voted to abolish the outdated dress code policy.”
“Many countries have worked to abolish child labor practices.”
“The company decided to abolish the traditional 9-to-5 work schedule.”
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