Repeal Definition & Meaning

repeal
noun
  1. the act of abrogating; an official or legal cancellation
verb
  1. cancel officially; "He revoked the ban on smoking"; "lift an embargo"; "vacate a death sentence"

"Repeal" in song lyrics

See how repeal is used in real songs:

  • "Convicted, but the last I heard he tried to repeal"
    Ill Bill f/ Hero, Slaine — Too Young
  • "I sue for exiled majesty's repeal;"
    William Shakespeare — The Rape of Lucrece
  • "gov tax repeal"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "repeal"

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