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Meaning of cancelled
The primary meaning of the word "cancelled" refers to something that has been stopped or ended, often due to a decision or circumstance.
Etymology of cancelled
The word "cancelled" has its roots in the Latin word "cancellare," which means "to cross out" or "to strike through," derived from "cancelli," the Latin word for "lattice" or "bars"
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe the act of crossing out or marking something as invalid
Synonyms
Definitions
- The word "cancelled" is defined by Oxford Languages as:
- + (of an event, activity, or plans) stopped or ended, typically due to a decision or circumstance
- + (of a debt, contract, or agreement) declared invalid or void
- + (of a stamp, ticket, or document) marked or stamped to show that it is no longer valid
Usage Examples
- The concert was cancelled due to the bad weather
- * The airline cancelled all flights to the affected area
- * The subscription was cancelled after the free trial period ended