omission
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.”
How to use omission
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomething left out, or a failure to do something required.
Word forms
omissions plural
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The report contained a glaring _____ of key financial figures.
Etymology
From Latin omissio, from omittere, "to let go" or "leave out."
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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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