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cancellation

can·cel·la·tion [ kànss'l áysh'n ] (plural can·cel·la·tions) or can·ce·la·tion [ kànss'l áysh'n ] (plural can·ce·la·tions)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. canceling of something: the canceling of something such as an appointment or order
We had a cancellation, so we can fit you in at two o'clock.
There is a cancellation charge if you withdraw your order.

2. thing made available: something that has become available because the person who reserved it has canceled, e.g. a seat in a theater

3. canceling mark: a mark that officially or legally invalidates something, especially a postage stamp

[Mid-16th century. < Latin cancellat-, past participle of cancellare (see cancel)]
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