(AmE also cancelation) noun
1 [U,C] a decision to stop sth that has already been arranged from happening; a statement that sth will not happen:
We need at least 24 hours' notice of cancellation. * a cancellation fee / charge * Heavy seas can cause cancellation of ferry services. * Cancellations must be made in writing.
2 [C] something that has been cancelled:
Are there any cancellations for this evening's performance? (= tickets that have been returned)
3 [U] the fact of making sth no longer valid:
the cancellation of the contract
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Sourced from Main Dictionary in Lughet's collection.
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