| Pronunciation: | | `kântru'venshun
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[n] coming into conflict with |
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CONTRAVENTION is a 13 letter word that starts with C. |
| | Synonyms: | | dispute |
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| | See Also: | | resistance |
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| Webster's 1913 Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | \Con`tra*ven"tion\, n. [Cf. F. contravention.]
The act of contravening; opposition; obstruction;
transgression; violation.
Warrants in contravention of the acts of Parliament.
--Macaulay.
In contravention of all his marriage stipulations.
--Motley.
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