abolition — the action of formally putting an end to a system, practice, or institution
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the action of formally putting an end to a system, practice, or institution
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌæbəˈlɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- The students celebrated the abolition of the 'no phones in cafeteria' rule.
- Many historians study the abolition movement in 19th century America.
- My mom's abolition of the 'clean your room' policy lasted exactly one day.
abolition
NOUN[/ˌæbəˈlɪʃən/]
the action of formally putting an end to a system, practice, or institution
Formally ending an outdated system
Demolition brings abolition, blueprints bring solution!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin 'abolere', meaning 'to destroy' or 'to annul'. The term was used in ancient Rome to describe the complete removal or nullification of laws and institutions.
Breakdown
ab- (away) + -olere (to grow) = to cause to cease growing, hence to destroy or eliminate entirely.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The students celebrated the abolition of the 'no phones in cafeteria' rule.”
“Many historians study the abolition movement in 19th century America.”
“My mom's abolition of the 'clean your room' policy lasted exactly one day.”
“The government announced the abolition of several outdated laws.”
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