Definition of Continuance
Continuance
con·tin·u·ance
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
(formal) the state of continuing to operate or exist;
e.g. Due to the restrictions, the continuance of events past the curfew is a punishable offence.
(noun)
(formal) the time or duration for which some action or situation lasts, the extent to which it continues;
e.g. You must follow the rules for the continuance of your stay here.
(noun)
(formal) the state or quality of staying in a particular position or enduring (continuing) in some condition;
e.g. The event was cancelled due to the continuance of the bad weather.
(noun)
(American) an instance of court proceedings being suspended and/or postponed to a future day;
e.g. They suggested the continuance of the trial to allow time to gather more evidence.
Similar Words
Opposite Words
Related Words
Comments
