desertion

CEFRB2

/dɪˈzɜːʃən/

noun

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In plain English

  1. 01

    noun

    The act of leaving someone, place, or duty without permission.

  2. 02

    noun

    Extra detail

    The act of deserting.

Examples

  • Twenty six soldiers were executed for desertion.

  • Desertion from the army was punishable by death.

At a glance

Sits at B2 on the CEFR scale

Senses
2
Parts of speech
1

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Origin

noun

Borrowed from Middle French désertion.