ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Demission

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /dɪˈmɪʃ(ə)n/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Demission is a noun meaning (archaic) Resignation; abdication.

Meaning

(archaic) Resignation; abdication.

Example Sentences

She had just slipped her demission, with a footnote on the young lady's conduct, under the door of Madame.
And that this demission of our royal authority may have the more full and solemn effect, and none pretend ignorance, we give [our cousins authority] ... in our name and behalf, publicly, and in their presence, to renounce the Crown, guidance, and government of this our kingdom of Scotland.

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Related dictionary entries include dimission, abdication, resignation, renunciation, demit, disclamation.

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