Definition of Abeyance
Abeyance
abey·ance
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
suspension or temporary inactivity;
e.g. All property contracts are in abeyance until the government finalizes the new policies for property matters.
(noun)
the state of being set aside or not being used temporarily during a lapse in succession;
e.g. The mother had not left a will, so her assets were held in abeyance until they could legally determine what to do.
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