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prorogation

The correct spelling is prorogation.

How to pronounce prorogation

noun

IPA: /pɹəʊɹəˈɡeɪʃn̩/

Say it like: Pro-rog-ash-on

The correct spelling is prorogation. Causing something to last longer or remain in effect longer; prolongation, continuance.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.Causing something to last longer or remain in effect longer; prolongation, continuance.
  2. 2.The action of proroguing an assembly, especially a parliament; discontinuance of meetings for a given period of time, without dissolution.
  3. 3.The period of such a discontinuance between two sessions of a legislative body.
  4. 4.Deferral to a later time; postponement.

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