Back to Webster

Webster

Cessation

CESSATION, n. 1. A ceasing; a stop; a rest; the act of discontinuing motion or action of any kind, whether temporary or final. 2. A ceasing or suspension of operation, force or effect; as a cessation of the la...

Webster Dictionary
English dictionary 16.3 MB

Meaning

CESSATION, n.

1. A ceasing; a stop; a rest; the act of discontinuing motion or action of any kind, whether temporary or final.

2. A ceasing or suspension of operation, force or effect; as a cessation of the laws of nature.

A cessation of arms, an armistice or truce, agreed to by the commanders of armies, to give time for a capitulation, or for other purposes.

Ampiaw
Add to home screen for a faster, app-like experience