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