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acceptance
noun ac·cep·tance \ik-ˈsep-tən(t)s, ak-\
: the act of accepting something or someone
: the quality or state of being accepted or acceptable
Full Definition of ACCEPTANCE
1
: an agreeing either expressly or by conduct to the act or offer of another so that a contract is concluded and the parties become legally bound
2
: the quality or state of being accepted or acceptable
4
a : the act of accepting a time draft or bill of exchange for payment when due according to the specified terms b : an accepted draft or bill of exchange
5
: acceptation 2
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First Known Use of ACCEPTANCE
1574
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acceptance
noun ac·cep·tance \ik-ˈsep-təns, ak-\
Definition of ACCEPTANCE for Kids
1
: the act of accepting
2
: the quality or state of being accepted or acceptable
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