defunct |
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| 1. | [ adjective ] no longer in force or use; inactive | |
| Synonyms: | dead | |
| Examples: | "a defunct (or dead) law" "a defunct organization" |
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| Related terms: | inoperative | |
| 2. | [ adjective ] having ceased to exist or live | |
| Examples: | "the will of a defunct aunt" "a defunct Indian tribe" |
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| Related terms: | dead | |
| Similar spelling: |
defence deafness |
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