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Submission Definition & Meaning

submission
noun
  1. something (manuscripts or architectural plans and models or estimates or works of art of all genres etc.) submitted for the judgment of others (as in a competition); "several of his submissions were rejected by publishers"; "what was the date of submission of your proposal?"
  2. the act of submitting; usually surrendering power to another
  3. the condition of having submitted to control by someone or something else; "the union was brought into submission"; "his submission to the will of God"
  4. the feeling of patient, submissive humbleness
  5. a legal document summarizing an agreement between parties in a dispute to abide by the decision of an arbiter
  6. an agreement between parties in a dispute to abide by the decision of an arbiter
  7. (law) a contention presented by a lawyer to a judge or jury as part of the case he is arguing

"Submission" in song lyrics

See how submission is used in real songs:

  • "within a mothers womb, still in total submission"
    Akbar — Driftin' Thru Space
  • "Submission,"
    Aztlan Underground — Preachers of the Blind State
  • "You know what's incredibly painful? submission"
    Benefit — Supreme

Usage tips for "submission"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "submission" 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 submission to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does submission mean?
something (manuscripts or architectural plans and models or estimates or works of art of all genres etc.) submitted for the judgment of others (as in a competition); "several of his submissions were rejected by publishers"; "what was the date of submission of your proposal?" the act of submitting; usually surrendering power to another the condition of having submitted to control by someone or something else; "the union was brought into submission
What part of speech is submission?
Submission is a noun.
How many definitions does submission have?
Submission has 7 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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