violation

noun

vi·o·la·tion | \ˌvī-ə-ˈlā-shən

Definition of violation

: the act of violating : the state of being violated: such as

a : infringement, transgression specifically : an infringement of the rules in sports that is less serious than a foul and usually involves technicalities of play

b : an act of irreverence or desecration : profanation

c : disturbance, interruption

d : rape entry 1 sense 1, ravishment

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a serious violation of the law A second violation was called on the basketball player. He was arrested for violation of his parole. The group monitors human rights violations. They protested the government's violation of human rights.

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Both sides have complaints about violations of the landmark 1987 Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty, but would like to keep it alive. — The Economist, "Vladimir Putin’s hopes for his long-awaited meeting with Donald Trump," 14 July 2018 Trump may not see violations of international norms as a problem. — Nina Jankowicz, The New Republic, "Available in Helsinki: the Fate of Eastern Europe," 13 July 2018 Ricky Tecatl, 25, 400 block of Hinman Street, Aurora, was charged with drunken driving and other traffic violations at 11:20 p.m. Tuesday near North Union Street and Flagg Street, Aurora police said. — Erika Wurst, Aurora Beacon-News, "Police: Aurora man charged with armed robbery," 13 July 2018 Marve’s second suspension came at the end of the season when he was held out of the Emerald Bowl for what then-UM coach Randy Shannon termed a violation of team rules. — Christy Cabrera Chirinos, Sun-Sentinel.com, "Report: Ex-UM quarterback Robert Marve facing sexual assault, battery allegations," 12 July 2018 Judge Kavanaugh said that’s a violation of separation of powers. — Jen Kirby, Vox, "7 legal experts on how Kavanaugh views executive power — and what it could mean for Mueller," 11 July 2018 Burton’s basket followed an inbounding violation by Magic shooting guard Rodney Purvis in which referees said Purvis moved on the sideline. — Josh Robbins, OrlandoSentinel.com, "Shorthanded Magic lose summer league finale to Thunder 87-85," 14 July 2018 Sharod Deon Burris, 29, of the 3500 block of 4th Street in Brooklyn, and Quran Dewayne Cox, 25, of the 900 block of Beban Street in Sharp-Leadenhall, were charged with a traffic violation and drug charges, police said. — Colin Campbell, baltimoresun.com, "Two charged in second drug bust in Brooklyn Park in two days," 13 July 2018 Tylor Nellon, 18, and Jevon Wilson, 28, were booked into the Gwinnett County jail on charges of home invasion, aggravated assault, false imprisonment, kidnapping, battery, armed robbery and probation violation. — Raisa Habersham, ajc, "Cops: Suspects pistol-whipped man in Gwinnett home invasion," 13 July 2018

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violation

noun

English Language Learners Definition of violation

: the act of doing something that is not allowed by a law or rule

: the act of ignoring or interfering with a person's rights

: the act of showing disrespect for something (such as a holy place) usually by damaging it

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violation

noun

vi·o·la·tion | \ˌvī-ə-ˈlā-shən

Kids Definition of violation

: an act or instance of violating something and especially a failure to do what is required or expected by a law, rule, or agreement a traffic violation