noun
commutation
Commutation (noun) means Substitution of one thing for another; interchange.
noun
1
Substitution of one thing for another; interchange.
2
Specifically, the substitution of one kind of payment for another, especially a switch to monetary payment from obligations of labour.
3
The change to a lesser penalty or punishment by the State
4
Substitution, as a means of discriminating between phonemes.
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Etymology
From French commutation, from Latin commūtātiōnem, accusative singular of commūtātiō.
Rhymes for commutation
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
abortion
abrasion
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of commutation?
"commutation" (noun) means substitution of one thing for another; interchange.
What are the different meanings of commutation?
"commutation" has 3 main meanings: 1. Substitution of one thing for another; interchange; 2. Specifically, the substitution of one kind of payment for another, especially a switch to monetary payment from obligations of labour; 3. The change to a lesser penalty or punishment by the State.