cancellation

Universal Words (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 (= tickets that have been returned) 3 [U] the fact of making sth no longer valid: the cancellation of the contract