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Abdicate Definition & Meaning

abdicate
verb
  1. give up, such as power, as of monarchs and emperors, or duties and obligations; "The King abdicated when he married a divorcee"

"Abdicate" in song lyrics

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  • "abnegate vs abdicate"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does abdicate mean?
give up, such as power, as of monarchs and emperors, or duties and obligations; "The King abdicated when he married a divorcee"
What part of speech is abdicate?
Abdicate is a verb.

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