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reddition

surrender, capitulation

noun reh-dee-SYOHN Rare

Origin: from Latin reddere 'to give back'

Usage Note

Reddition is a formal or military term; in everyday contexts reddition sans conditions means 'unconditional surrender'. It is less common than capitulation and carries a more archaic or literary register. The verb is se rendre.

Examples

"La reddition des soldats mit fin au combat."

Natural Translation

The soldiers' surrender ended the fighting.

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