Dictionary Entry
omission
nounFind the meaning of the word omission, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.
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Meaning
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The act of leaving something out or failing to include it; something that has been left out or neglected.
Example Sentence
The omission of a key detail in the report led to a misunderstanding of the project's progress.
Usage Note
Use 'omission' when you want to talk about something that was left out, either accidentally or on purpose. For instance, if you forget to include a chapter in your book, that's an omission. It's often used in formal contexts like legal documents or academic writing to refer to things that are missing.
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