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Severance Definition & Meaning

severance
noun
  1. a personal or social separation (as between opposing factions); "they hoped to avoid a break in relations"
  2. the act of severing

"Severance" in song lyrics

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  • "michael severance"
    AOL — AOL
  • "hypnotized joan severance"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "severance"

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Frequently asked questions

What does severance mean?
a personal or social separation (as between opposing factions); "they hoped to avoid a break in relations" the act of severing
What part of speech is severance?
Severance is a noun.
How many definitions does severance have?
Severance has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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