Definition of "cancellation" []

• The act or an instance of canceling. (noun)
• A mark or a perforation indicating canceling. (noun)
• Something canceled, especially a released accommodation or an unfilled appointment. (noun)

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• ""Even in the case that clients use the word cancellation as a remote possibility, companies need to start acting on reducing the intake of people, reducing costs and ultimately protecting the bottom line," Mr. Vree adds."
• "Failure to do so can result in cancellation of your child's procedure."
• "Question: I realize the Lone Star cancellation is "old news," but I have two questions about it."