Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for RE-SCIS-SION
RE-SCIS-SION, n. [resizh'on; Fr. rescision, from L. rescissus.]
- The act of abrogating, annulling or vacating; as, the rescission of a law, decree or judgment.
- A cutting off.
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