Cancel Definition

cancel
noun
  1. a notation cancelling a previous sharp or flat
verb
  1. postpone indefinitely or annul something that was scheduled; "Call off the engagement"; "cancel the dinner party"; "we had to scrub our vacation plans"; "scratch that meeting--the chair is ill"
  2. make up for; "His skills offset his opponent's superior strength"
  3. declare null and void; make ineffective; "Cancel the election results"; "strike down a law"
  4. remove or make invisible; "Please delete my name from your list"
  5. make invalid for use; "cancel cheques or tickets"

"Cancel" in song lyrics

See how cancel is used in real songs:

  • "The amplified sample, will trample, the leading cancel"
    GZA/Genius — Amplified Sample
  • "And all suckers like a magazine I cancel"
    Kool Rock Jay and the DJ Slice — Suckers to the Side
  • "So he can drive me home, I'm hoping he don't cancel"
    MF Grimm — My House

Usage tips for "cancel"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "cancel" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for cancel to find words that pair well.

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