cas·sa·tion | \ kaˈsāshənˌ kə- \
plural -s
Definition of cassation
(Entry 1 of 2)
: the act of annulling, canceling, or quashing : abrogation a general cassation of their constitutions— J. L. Motley — see court of cassation
cassation
noun (2)\ " \
plural -s
Definition of cassation (Entry 2 of 2)
: an 18th century instrumental composition in several short movements that is similar in style to the serenade and often performed outdoors
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