abolish

🇬🇧 UK/ә'bɒliʃ/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions

v.

To formally put an end to a law, system, institution, or practice

废除;废止;取消(法律、制度等)

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
abaway from, off
+
olother
+
ishsomewhat, resembling
=abolish

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The government decided to abolish this law.

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