deferment
Translation
deferment, postponement
Examples
He was granted a deferment from military service.
He was granted a deferment from military service.
The company requested a deferment of the payment.
The company requested a deferment of the payment.
Grammar Patterns
((a deferment of sth.)) a postponement of sth. The company requested a deferment of the payment.
((a deferment from sth.)) a postponement from a duty He was granted a deferment from military service.
Similar Words
Synonyms: postponement, delay, suspension, reprieve
Etymology
From the verb 'defer' (to postpone). The suffix '-ment' forms a noun indicating an action or its result.
Memory Tips
A 'deferment' is the result of the action 'to defer'. Think of a student loan deferment.