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Meaning of Valediction | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C1
ˌvæl.əˈdɪk.ʃən

Definitions

  1. A speech made when leaving or parting company.
  2. The act of parting company.
  3. A word or phrase said upon leaving, such as "farewell" or "adieu".
  4. A word or phrase used to end a letter or message.

Equivalents

Examples

“Yes, the tide will surely turn, and meanwhile may one who is proud to call himself a partisan, invite whomever may feel disposed to bid the "T14s" adieux, to pause before giving them valediction and accord to them the respect that is assuredly their due.”

CEFR level

C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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