Meaning of the word abdication in English

What does abdication mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

abdication

US /ˌæb.dəˈkeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌæb.dɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

Noun

the fact of no longer controlling or managing something that you are in charge of:

Example:
The city denied that their decision represented any abdication of responsibility.