Abrogating
/ˈæbrəˌɡeɪtɪŋ/
Definitions
- (v. pres. part.) Act of formally repealing or abolishing a law, right, or agreement.
The legislature is abrogating the outdated statute to reflect modern standards.
Forms
- abrogate
- abrogated
- abrogates
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Commentary
As a present participle, 'abrogating' typically describes the ongoing process of annulment or repeal of legal enactments or contracts.
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