Severance — synonyms, definition

1. severance (Noun)

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severance (Noun) — A personal or social separation (as between opposing factions). ex. "they hoped to avoid a severance in relations"

severance (Noun) — The act of severing.

severance (Noun) — The termination of someone's employment (leaving them free to depart).

severance (Noun) — A payment to compensate an employee when they leave employment before retirement.

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