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derogation
der·o·ga·tion [ dèrrə gáysh'n ] (plural der·o·ga·tions)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. deviation: a deviation from a rule or law, especially one specifically provided for
2. exemption from rule: an exemption from a law or ruling given to a state
3. disparagement: the act of belittling or criticizing somebody or something

de·rog·a·tive [ di róggətiv, dérrə gàytiv ] adjective
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