Canceler: meaning, definitions and examples

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canceler

 

[ ˈkæn.sə.lər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

general use

A canceler refers to an entity or individual that has the authority to annul, void, or terminate something, such as a booking or an event. This term is often used in contexts like travel or ticketing, where a canceler might be a company, organization, or software that processes cancellation requests. The canceler is responsible for managing the policy of cancellations and may also handle refunds or rescheduling. In some cases, it can refer to a specific feature within an application that allows users to cancel their transactions.

Synonyms

annuller, canceller, voider.

Examples of usage

  • The flight canceler processed my request quickly.
  • I used the online canceler to change my reservation.
  • The event canceler notified all attendees of the changes.
  • As a canceler, she ensured all policies were followed.

Translations

Translations of the word "canceler" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cancelador

🇮🇳 रद्द करने वाला

🇩🇪 Stornierer

🇮🇩 pembatal

🇺🇦 скасувальник

🇵🇱 anulujący

🇯🇵 キャンセル者

🇫🇷 annulateur

🇪🇸 cancelador

🇹🇷 iptal eden

🇰🇷 취소자

🇸🇦 ملغي

🇨🇿 zrušitel

🇸🇰 zrušiteľ

🇨🇳 取消者

🇸🇮 preklicatelj

🇮🇸 afsagnara

🇰🇿 жоюшы

🇬🇪 გაუქმებელი

🇦🇿 ləğv edən

🇲🇽 cancelador

Etymology

The term 'canceler' stems from the verb 'cancel', which originated in the late 14th century from the Latin 'cancellare', meaning 'to cross out' or 'to annul'. This Latin root is derived from 'cancellus', which means 'a lattice' or 'crossbar', reflecting the notion of obstructing or negating. The shift from Latin to Middle English likely transformed 'cancellare' into 'cancel', with the suffix '-er' added to denote the agent performing the action of cancellation. The term has evolved over time and has become increasingly relevant in modern contexts, especially with the rise of online services that allow for instant cancellations of flights, hotel bookings, and more. The growth of e-commerce and digital platforms has popularized the term, establishing 'canceler' as a functional descriptor in customer service and transactional interactions.