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First Known Use: 15th century
in the meaning defined at sense 1
See Words from the same yearSee words that rhyme with adjournment Spanish Central: Translation of adjournment Nglish: Translation of adjournment for Spanish speakers Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about adjournment
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