cancellation
Translation
cancellation, annulment
Examples
We received a last-minute cancellation.
We received a last-minute cancellation.
The cancellation fee is fifty pounds.
The cancellation fee is fifty pounds.
Grammar Patterns
a cancellation of ((sth.)) a decision to stop something that has been arranged We received a cancellation of our booking.
Similar Words
Synonyms: annulment, revocation; Antonyms: confirmation, booking
Etymology
From the verb 'cancel' plus the noun-forming suffix '-ation', indicating an action or result.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'action' of 'cancelling' something. That action is a 'cancellation'.