desist


Definition: Meaning of, desist in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / dɪˈzɪst;dɪˈsɪst /

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Word Forms:
Prsesent Past Past Participle
desist desisted desisted
Present Participle Third Person Singular
desisting desists
[intransitive] [formal]
  1. to stop doing something
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desist used in phrases

  • cease and desist order (noun)
    1. law a judicial remedy issued in order to prohibit a party from doing or continuing to do a certain activity
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