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expiration

ex·pi·ra·tion

expiration

 
pronunciation:
ek sp reI shn
features:
Word Combinations (noun), Word Builder
part of speech: noun
definition 1: a coming to an end or close.
I must get a new driver's license before the expiration of my old one.
definition 2: the act of breathing out.
The pig's expirations were noisy.
Word Combinations  About this feature
adjective + (n.)expiration branded
verb + (n.)expiration approach, check, extend, near, note, pass, reach
(n.)expiration + verb date, maintain, replace, stamp
noun + (n.)expiration Help account, agreement, card, credit, drug, eve, item, law, lease, medicine, mile, mileage, month, number, patent, price, product, status, year
Word Builder: expiration +
  • expiration date:
    the last day on which something can be used. An expiration date is often printed on food or medicine packages.