EXEMPTION

exemption, immunity, granting immunity

(noun) an act exempting someone; “he was granted immunity from prosecution”

exemption

(noun) a deduction allowed to a taxpayer because of his status (having certain dependents or being blind or being over 65 etc.); “additional exemptions are allowed for each dependent”

exemption, freedom

(noun) immunity from an obligation or duty

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

exemption (countable and uncountable, plural exemptions)

An act of exempting.

The state of being exempt; immunity.

A deduction from the normal amount of taxes.

Freedom from a defect or weakness.

Synonyms

• free pass

• get out of jail free card

• immunity

Source: Wiktionary


Ex*emp"tion, n. Etym: [L. exenptio a removing: cf. F. exemption exemption.]

Definition: The act of exempting; the state of being exempt; freedom from any charge, burden, evil, etc., to which others are subject; immunity; privilege; as, exemption of certain articles from seizure; exemption from military service; exemption from anxiety, suffering, etc.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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