Pronunciation: [ɹɪpˈiːl] (IPA) 
The word "repeal" (riːˈpiːl) is spelled with a double "e" and a single "a". The first "e" is pronounced as a long "e" sound and the second "e" is silent, while the "a" is pronounced as a short "ee" sound. This word means to revoke or cancel a law or regulation. It is often used in political and legal contexts to refer to the process of overturning or annulling a statute or ordinance.
Repeal is a noun and verb that refers to the act of officially revoking or canceling a law, act, regulation, or decree that has been previously enacted. It involves the deliberate and legal reversal or annulment of an existing legislation or rule, rendering it no longer valid or in effect.
As a noun, repeal points to the actual process of undoing a law or regulation. It signifies the action of rescinding or abolishing a prior legal provision, often through a legislative or administrative procedure. It typically involves a deliberative act by a governing body or authority to abolish a particular law.
As a verb, repeal indicates the action of formally or legally canceling or revoking an existing law or regulation. It denotes the process of invalidating a previously enacted legislation through the enactment of a new law, or through an official annulment or abrogation.
Repeals can occur for various reasons, such as changing societal norms, evolving economic or political circumstances, or recognition of the ineffectiveness or unjust nature of a particular law. Repealing a law typically requires the involvement of a competent legislature or governing body empowered to legislate and modify legal provisions. Repeals can be partial or complete, with varying degrees of impact on the legal landscape, depending on the nature and scope of the repealed legislation.
• To revoke; to make void; to abolish; to abrogate.
• The act of annulling or making void; revocation.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "repeal" originated in Middle English, deriving from the Old French word "repeler". The Old French term came from the Latin word "repetere", which is a combination of "re-" (meaning "again" or "back") and "petere" (meaning "to seek" or "to attack"). Thus, the literal meaning of "repeal" is "to seek or attack again". Over time, the usage of "repeal" has evolved to refer to the act of revoking or annulling a law, ordinance, or regulation.
