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abdicating

/æbˈdɪkeɪtɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does abdicating mean?

verb

The act of giving up or renouncing a position of power or authority, typically a throne or a high office. The act of deliberately avoiding or refusing to take on a responsibility or duty.

Example

"The king's abdication was met with widespread protests from his loyal subjects."

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