noun
Uncommon
omission
uh-MIHSH-uhn
Omission (noun) means the act of leaving something out, or something that has been left out. Example: “The report contained a glaring omission of key financial figures.”
noun
1
The act of leaving something out, or something that has been left out.
"The report contained a glaring omission of key financial figures."
"Her omission of his name from the credits seemed deliberate."
2
A failure to do something one was supposed to do.
"The accident was caused by an omission rather than a deliberate act."
How to use omission
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomething left out, or a failure to do something required.
Common pairings
a glaring omission
sins of omission
errors and omissions
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Word forms
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Etymology
From Latin omissio, from omittere, "to let go" or "leave out."
Synonyms
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Rhymes for omission
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ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
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Frequently asked questions
What does “omission” mean?
The word “omission” means the act of leaving something out, or something that has been left out. In plain terms, something left out, or a failure to do something required.
How do you pronounce “omission”?
“Omission” is pronounced uh-MIHSH-uhn (/oʊˈmɪʃ.ən/ in IPA).
How do you use “omission” in a sentence?
Here is “omission” used in a sentence: “The report contained a glaring omission of key financial figures.”
What part of speech is “omission”?
“Omission” is a noun.
Where does the word “omission” come from?
The word “omission” comes from Latin. From Latin omissio, from omittere, "to let go" or "leave out.".
Is “omission” a common word?
“Omission” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “omission” have?
“Omission” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of leaving something out, or something that has been left out.
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