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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Withdrawal; Retraxit: a dismissal with prejudice based on a plaintiff's withdrawal of the suit. obsolete
2. 2
   Withdrawal; A fine imposed on plaintiffs for such a dismissal. obsolete
3. 3
   A place to withdraw to: a private chamber or retreat. obsolete
4. 4
   An outhouse: an outbuilding used as a lavatory. obsolete
5. 5
   A sewer or watercourse used for sewerage. obsolete

Synonyms

All synonyms

bathroomboggercancomfort stationcommonsconvenience

Etymology

From Middle English wyþdraȝþ, wedraught, etc, equivalent to with- + draught or withdraw + -t (abstract nominal suffix).

Related phrases

with prejudice

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