Revocation
/ˌrɛvəˈkeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The official cancellation or withdrawal of a legal right, document, or decision.
The revocation of his driving license was due to multiple traffic violations.
- (n.) The act of annulling or reversing a prior act or agreement.
The revocation of the contract was agreed upon by both parties.
Forms
- revocations
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Commentary
Revocation implies a formal or legal withdrawal that often requires specific procedures to be effective.
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