cancellation
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/ˌkæn.səˈleɪ.ʃən/
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/ˌkæn.səlˈeɪ.ʃən/
(cancel)
annul or call off
Etymology
Etymology Information
'cancellation' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'cancellatio,' where 'cancellare' meant 'to make a lattice of lines.'
Historical Evolution
'cancellatio' transformed into the Old French word 'cancelacion,' and eventually became the modern English word 'cancellation' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to cross out with lines,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to annul or stop something.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of deciding that an organized event will not happen or of stopping an order for something.
The cancellation of the concert was announced due to bad weather.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39