Definition

A person or thing that cancels something, such as an appointment or a subscription.

Example

The canceller notified everyone about the meeting cancellation.

Conversation

Have you seen the new canceller feature on the app?

Yeah, it’s pretty cool! I used it to cancel my subscription easily.

I wish all apps had a canceller like that.

Definitely! It saves so much time and hassle.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Canceller → It is formed from "cancel" (from Latin "cancellare", meaning to cross out or annul) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A canceller is a person who annuls or crosses out something.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'crosses out' ('cancellare') something — that's why a canceller is a person who cancels.

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