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Deferral

Definition:

Deferral refers to the act of delaying or postponing something.

Senses:

1. Submission to the will, opinion, or judgment of another.
2. An act of postponing or delaying an event, payment, or action.

Usage Examples:

1. As a noun:

   • She showed great deference to her boss, always agreeing with his decisions.
   • It's important to show deference to the elders in some cultures.

2. As a verb:

   • They decided to defer the meeting until next week due to a scheduling conflict.
   • The company allowed customers to defer their payments until the end of the year.

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