Meaning of the word nullification in English
What does nullification mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
nullification
US /ˌnʌl.ə.fəˈkeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌnʌl.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/
Noun
1.
the act of making something legally null and void; invalidation
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The court ordered the nullification of the contract.
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The nullification of the previous law led to new regulations.
2.
the refusal of a US state to aid in the enforcement of a federal law within its borders
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The doctrine of nullification was a key issue in the pre-Civil War era.
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Some states attempted nullification of federal tariffs.