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unseating

/ʌnˈsiːtɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does unseating mean?

verb

The act of removing someone from a position of power or authority, especially a judge or a monarch. The act of displacing someone from a seat, especially in a competition or a contest.

Example

"The new government was the result of a successful unseating of the previous administration."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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