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cancel - Dictionary definition and meaning for word cancel

Definition
(noun) a notation cancelling a previous sharp or flat
Synonyms : natural
Definition
(verb) postpone indefinitely or annul something that was scheduled
Synonyms : call off , scratch , scrub
Example Sentence
  • Call off the engagement
  • cancel the dinner party
  • we had to scrub our vacation plans
  • scratch that meeting--the chair is ill
Definition
(verb) make up for
Synonyms : offset , set off
Example Sentence
  • His skills offset his opponent's superior strength
Definition
(verb) declare null and void; make ineffective
Synonyms : strike down
Example Sentence
  • Cancel the election results
  • strike down a law
Definition
(verb) remove or make invisible
Synonyms : delete
Example Sentence
  • Please delete my name from your list
Definition
(verb) make invalid for use
Synonyms : invalidate
Example Sentence
  • cancel cheques or tickets

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