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Meaning of exception that proves the rule

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

exception

Pronunciation:/əkˈsɛpʃən/

noun

Definitions

  1. The act of excepting or excluding; exclusion; restriction by taking out something which would otherwise be included, as in a class, statement, rule.

  2. That which is excepted or taken out from others; a person, thing, or case, specified as distinct, or not included.

    Example: That rule is usually true, but there are a few exceptions.

  3. An objection, on legal grounds; also, as in conveyancing, a clause by which the grantor excepts or reserves something before the right is transferred.

  4. An objection; cavil; dissent; disapprobation; offense; cause of offense; — usually followed by to or against.