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- DictionaryEx·cep·tion/ikˈsepSH(ə)n/
noun
- 1. a person or thing that is excluded from a general statement or does not follow a rule: "the drives between towns are a delight, and the journey to Graz is no exception"
The meaning of EXCEPTION is the act of excepting : exclusion. How to use exception in a sentence.
EXCEPTION meaning: 1. someone or something that is not included in a rule, group, or list or that does not behave in…. Learn more.
something excepted; an instance or case not conforming to the general rule. an adverse criticism, especially on a particular point; opposition of opinion; objection; demurral: a statement liable to exception. Law. an objection, as to a ruling of the court in the course of a trial.
EXCEPTION definition: 1. someone or something that is not included in a rule, group, or list or that does not behave in…. Learn more.
1. the act of excepting or the fact of being excepted. 2. something excepted; an instance or case not conforming to the general rule. 3. an adverse criticism, esp. on a particular point; opposition of opinion; objection; demurral. 4. a. an objection, as to a ruling of the court during a trial.
EXCEPTION definition: 1. someone or something that is not included in a rule, group, or list: 2. to not treat someone or…. Learn more.
An exception is something that is left out or not done on purpose. An exception to a rule does not follow that rule.
to allow somebody not to follow the usual rule on one occasion or for one particular reason. Children are not usually allowed in, but I'm prepared to make an exception in this case. No parking is allowed, but an exception is made for disabled drivers.
An exception is a particular thing, person, or situation that is not included in a general statement, judgment, or rule. Few guitarists can sing as well as they can play; Eddie, however, is an exception.
exception. noun. /ɪkˈsɛpʃn/. a person or thing that is not included in a general statement Most of the buildings in the town are modern, but the church is an exception. With very few exceptions, private schools get the best exam results. Nobody had much money at the time and I was no exception.
