prorogue | ||
1. | [ verb ] hold back to a later time | |
Synonyms: | postpone defer shelve put_off set_back remit table put_over hold_over | |
Examples: | "let's postpone the exam" |
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Related terms: | delay call probate hold reprieve respite suspend shelver procrastinator postponement cancel reschedule | |
2. | [ verb ] (politics) adjourn by royal prerogative; without dissolving the legislative body | |
Related terms: | adjourn prorogation | |
Similar spelling: |
prurigo prorogation |