DEROGATION


Meaning of DEROGATION in English

n. 1 (foll. by of) a lessening or impairment of (a law, authority, position, dignity, etc.). 2 deterioration; debasement.

[ ME f. F dérogation or L derogatio (as DEROGATE) ]

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