Definition

The act of returning something that was previously given up or transferred, often used in legal or insurance contexts.

Example

The retrocession of the land was celebrated by the local community as a return to their ancestral rights.

Conversation

Have you heard about the latest news on retrocession?

No, I haven't. What’s that about?

It's about the return of some land that was previously ceded; it's a pretty big deal.

Wow, that sounds interesting! I need to read more about it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Retrocession is formed from "retro-" (meaning backward) and "cessio" (from Latin, meaning a yielding or giving way). The word describes the act of yielding or giving back, particularly in a legal or formal context, often referring to the return of territory or rights.

Memory Tip

Think of going 'backward' ('retro-') to 'yield' or 'give back' ('cessio') — that's what retrocession means.

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