revocation Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun the state of being cancelled or annulled
    annulment.
  2. noun the act (by someone having the authority) of annulling something previously done
    • the revocation of a law

WordNet

Rev`o*ca"tion noun
Etymology
L. revocatio: cf. F. révocation.
Definitions
  1. The act of calling back, or the state of being recalled; recall.
    One that saw the people bent for the revocation of Calvin, gave him notice of their affection. Hooker.
  2. The act by which one, having the right, annuls an act done, a power or authority given, or a license, gift, or benefit conferred; repeal; reversal; as, the revocation of an edict, a power, a will, or a license.

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