Meaning of deletion in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /dəˈliʃən/

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  1. Noun

    deletion

    Definitions

    1. any process whereby sounds are left out of spoken words or phrases
  2. 2. the omission that is made when an editorial change shortens a written passage

    Examples

    • « an editor's deletions frequently upset young authors »
    • « both parties agreed on the excision of the proposed clause »

    Derived terms

  3. 3. the act of deleting something written or printed

    Derived terms

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