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abdicate Definition

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abdicate
verb(ab-di-cate)
give up, such as power, as of monarchs and emperors, or duties and obligations
Synonyms: renounce,
Examples:
The King abdicated when he married a divorcee.

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By: Jamie
The US senators have abdicated to the president and now hold nothing more than a temporary title.