Abolishment Definition & Meaning

abolishment
noun
  1. the act of abolishing a system or practice or institution (especially abolishing slavery); "the abolition of capital punishment"

"Abolishment" in song lyrics

See how abolishment is used in real songs:

  • "Alcoholic, binge popping pills of abolishment"
    Atherton — Get Happy or Die
  • "Just to keep ya thoughts off, the frequent abolishment"
    Hell Razah f/ J-Kwest — Angels & Demons
  • "slavery abolishment"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "abolishment"

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