'Deprecation' definitions:

Definition of 'Deprecation'

From: GCIDE
  • Deprecation \Dep`re*ca"tion\ (d[e^]p`r[-e]*k[=a]"sh[u^]n), n. [L. deprecatio; cf. F. d['e]pr['e]cation.]
  • 1. The act of deprecating; a praying against evil; prayer that an evil may be removed or prevented. [archaic] [1913 Webster]
  • Humble deprecation. --Milton. [1913 Webster]
  • 2. Entreaty for pardon; petitioning. [1913 Webster]
  • 3. An imprecation or curse. [Obs.] --Gilpin. [1913 Webster]
  • 4. A strong expression of disapprobation; an expression of a low opinion. [PJC]

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