Precancelled: meaning, definitions and examples
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precancelled
[ priːˈkæn.seld ]
event cancellation
Precanceled refers to the action of canceling an event or a scheduled occurrence ahead of the actual date or time it was supposed to take place. This can apply to various events, including flights, meetings, or performances. The term indicates that the cancellation was decided before the scheduled time, often for logistical or safety reasons. Precanceled events notify participants or attendees in advance, allowing for changes in plans.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The concert was precanceled due to bad weather.
- All flights were precanceled ahead of the storm.
- The meeting was precanceled after the lead speaker fell ill.
Translations
Translations of the word "precancelled" in other languages:
🇵🇹 pré-cancelado
🇮🇳 पूर्व-रद्द
🇩🇪 vorab storniert
🇮🇩 pra-dibatalkan
🇺🇦 попередньо скасований
🇵🇱 wcześnie anulowane
🇯🇵 事前キャンセルされた
🇫🇷 précancelé
🇪🇸 precancelado
🇹🇷 önceden iptal edilmiş
🇰🇷 사전 취소된
🇸🇦 ملغى مسبقًا
🇨🇿 předem zrušený
🇸🇰 predbežne zrušené
🇨🇳 预先取消的
🇸🇮 preklicano
🇮🇸 fyrirfram aflýst
🇰🇿 алдын ала күшін жойған
🇬🇪 წინასწარ გაუქმებული
🇦🇿 öncədən ləğv edilmiş
🇲🇽 precancelado
Etymology
The term 'precancelled' is derived from the prefix 'pre-', which means before, and the term 'cancel,' originating from the Latin 'cancellare,' meaning to 'annul or make void.' The concept of canceling events has been part of language for centuries; however, the specific usage of 'precancelled' likely emerged with increased emphasis on scheduling and pre-planning in modern contexts. As societies became more structured, the need for clear communication regarding event statuses developed, leading to terms that describe actions taken ahead of time, such as preemptive measures. The combination of these elements reflects our contemporary reliance on timely information in both personal and professional arrangements. As of recent decades, especially in contexts such as air travel and public events, preemptive cancellations have become increasingly common due to factors like safety protocols, unexpected circumstances, and shifting public health guidelines.