Phrase guide
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noun
Instructions for action.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: plural, plural-only
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
noun
A dismissal: an instruction to leave.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: UK, plural, plural-only
No example sentence was provided for this meaning.
Synonyms: walking papers, walking ticket
Antonyms: none provided
noun
an order from a superior officer for troops to depart
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
No example sentence was provided for this meaning.
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: order
noun
(informal) a notice of dismissal or discharge
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
No example sentence was provided for this meaning.
Synonyms: walking papers
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: dismissal, dismission, pink slip
History
No etymology was provided for this word.
Across languages
3 source translations are retained for this English entry.
