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"To formally give up or let go of a throne, right, power, claim, responsibility, or similar position, often due to aging or other reasons." more

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After many years of service, the elderly librarian chose to abdicate her position, passing on the role to a younger colleague.

Abdicate

ab-di-keyt
verbTo formally give up or let go of a throne, right, power, claim, responsibility, or similar position, often due to aging or other reasons.
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Last Updated On: March 9, 2024
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