Meaning Of The Word Moratorium

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What's The Definition Of Moratorium?

moratorium
A moratorium on a particular activity or process is the stopping of it for a fixed period of time, usually as a result of an official agreement.

moratorium in American English
a legal authorization, usually by a law passed in an emergency, to delay payment of money due, as by a bank or debtor nation
noun: a suspension of activity

moratorium in British English
noun: a legally authorized postponement of the fulfilment of an obligation

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