Definitions

1. verb

to put an end to something, such as a practice, institution, or law, by official action.

“The government voted to abolish the tax on luxury goods.”

2. verb

to make something useless or ineffective.

“The new policy will abolish the old rules and regulations.”

3. noun

the act of putting an end to something.

“The abolition of slavery was a major turning point in history.”