Definition of contravention Contravention

/kɑˌntɹʌvɛˈnʧʌn/ - [kantruvenchun] - con•tra•ven•tion

We found 5 definitions of contravention from 5 different sources.

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What does contravention mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Noun

contravention - coming into conflict with
  dispute
  resistance the action of opposing something that you disapprove or disagree with; "he encountered a general feeling of resistance from many citizens"; "despite opposition from the newspapers he went ahead"
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Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

  • contravention (n.)
    The act of contravening; opposition; obstruction; transgression; violation.

OmegaWiki DictionaryOmegaWiki Dictionary Ω

  • contravention
    A breach, violation, or infringement; as of a law, a contract, a right or duty.

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