Relinquishment

Pronunciation: /ˈɹiɫɪŋkwɪʃˈɛmˈɛnt/

Relinquishment (noun)

  1. The act of giving up a right, claim, or responsibility, usually by choice or agreement.
  2. The act of stopping ownership or control of something and letting it belong to someone else.
  3. The act of being freed from a duty or obligation, often through an official decision.

Examples

  • The relinquishment of rights must be clear and voluntary.
  • Her relinquishment of rights surprised everyone in the meeting.