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nonconforming

adj · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

adj

Meaning 1

That does not conform, for example to cultural norms, official regulations, or the rules of an established church.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • The lot will become more nonconforming with respect to that particular development standard.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

adjective satellite

Meaning 2

not conforming to established customs or doctrines especially in religion

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: nonconformist

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From non- + conforming.

Real reading context

nonconforming in complete knowledge articles