Definition of Capitulation
Capitulation
ca·pit·u·la·tion
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(noun)
the action of surrendering to an opponent or ending one's resistance to a demand, or the terms outlining such an action;
e.g. After the capitulation of the enemy's army, the country declared victory in the war.
(noun)
broadly, the terms that outline an agreement between two parties, especially two governments;
e.g. The heads of the nations finalized their capitulation and signed the treaty.
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