Definitions

1. noun

the act of resigning or the state of being resigned, especially from a position of authority or employment

“Her resignment was effective immediately, and she was no longer a part of the company.”

2. noun

a formal declaration of one’s intention to leave a position or office

“The governor’s resignment letter was leaked to the press before it was officially announced.”

3. noun

a surrender or relinquishment of something, especially a right or a claim

“The company’s resignment of its patent rights allowed the new startup to move forward with its product.”