contravention
US /ˌkɑːn.trəˈven.ʃən/
UK /ˌkɑːn.trəˈven.ʃən/
1.
contravention, violation, infraction
an action that violates a law, treaty, or code of conduct
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The company was fined for its contravention of environmental regulations.
L'entreprise a été condamnée à une amende pour sa violation des réglementations environnementales.
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His actions were a clear contravention of the agreement.
Ses actions constituaient une violation claire de l'accord.