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dereliction

noun

/ˌdɛrɪˈlɪkʃən/

Meaning

the state of being abandoned; neglect of duty

The officer was charged with dereliction of duty.

dereliction of duty

neglect, abandonment, failure, negligence

responsibility, diligence, care

dereliction of duty, complete dereliction, gross dereliction

The action of using something; the way in which a word or phrase is normally used.

an instrument for measuring the magnitude, amount, or contents of something

the state of being separated or emotionally uninvolved

The measurement of depth of water in oceans, seas, or lakes.

the action of setting someone free from imprisonment, slavery, or oppression; release

A division or contrast between two things that are or are represented as being opposed or entirely d...