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desertion
dih-ZUR-shuhn
Desertion (noun) means the act of abandoning a duty, post, or person, especially without permission. Example: “He was charged with desertion after failing to return to his unit.”
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The act of abandoning a duty, post, or person, especially without permission.
"He was charged with desertion after failing to return to his unit."
How to use desertion
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishLeaving a duty or person behind without permission or warning.
Common pairings
charged with desertion
desertion from the army
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Word forms
- Plural
- desertions
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Etymology
Borrowed from Middle French désertion.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for desertion
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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Frequently asked questions
What does “desertion” mean?
The word “desertion” means the act of abandoning a duty, post, or person, especially without permission. In plain terms, leaving a duty or person behind without permission or warning.
How do you pronounce “desertion”?
“Desertion” is pronounced dih-ZUR-shuhn (/dɪˈzɝʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “desertion” in a sentence?
Here is “desertion” used in a sentence: “He was charged with desertion after failing to return to his unit.”
What part of speech is “desertion”?
“Desertion” is a noun.
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