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Definitions of abdicate
  1. verb
    give up, such as power, as of monarchs and emperors, or duties and obligations
    "The King abdicated when he married a divorcee"

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Explanation of abdicate
  • To abdicate means to renounce or relinquish a position of power, typically that of a monarch or ruler. It involves voluntarily stepping down from a position of authority. Abdication may occur for various reasons, such as old age, illness, political pressure, or personal choice. When a ruler abdicates, it usually leads to a transfer of power and the ascension of a new leader.
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