Dismissal Definition

dismissal
noun
  1. a judgment disposing of the matter without a trial
  2. official notice that you have been fired from your job
  3. permission to go; the sending away of someone
  4. the termination of someone's employment (leaving them free to depart)

"Dismissal" in song lyrics

See how dismissal is used in real songs:

  • "Get P.T. Barnumed in 3D THX sound stereo dismissal"
    Aesop Rock f/ Pfac — Cook it Up
  • "Crystals forming on my dishes so I wash until dismissal"
    Black Sheep — Black With N.V
  • "You demoted, early dismissal"
    Dream Warriors — Float On

Usage tips for "dismissal"

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