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Definition of: repeal
(ri·pēl′) v.t.
1. To rescind, as a law; revoke.
2. Obs. To summon back, as from exile. See synonyms under ABOLISH, ANNUL, CANCEL.
—noun
1. The act of repealing; revocation; rescission.
2. Obs. Recall, as from exile. [<OF rapeler recall <re- again + appeler. See APPEAL.]
—re·peal′a·ble adjective
—re·peal′·er noun
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