/ dɪsˈmɪsl; NAmE / noun
1.
[ U , C ] the act of dismissing sb from their job; an example of this :
He still hopes to win his claim against unfair dismissal .
The dismissals followed the resignation of the chairman.
2.
[ U ] the failure to consider sth as important :
Her casual dismissal of the threats seemed irresponsible.
3.
[ U , C ] ( law ) the act of not allowing a trial or legal case to continue, usually because there is not enough evidence :
the dismissal of the appeal
4.
[ U , C ] the act of sending sb away or allowing them to leave
5.
[ U , C ] ( in cricket ) the end of the innings of a player or team