Definitions

1. noun

A thing that is excluded from a particular rule, law, or obligation.

“The company sought an exemption from the new tax law for its small business division.”

2. verb

To exclude or free from something.

“The government exempted low-income families from paying sales tax on essential items.”

3. noun

A statement or clause that is an exception to a general rule.

“The exemption in the contract allowed the tenant to terminate the lease with two weeks’ notice.”