Definition of Abeyance
Abeyance
ab·ey·ance
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A state of temporary suspension or postponement.
e.g. The project was put in abeyance due to lack of funding.
(noun)
the state of being set aside or not being used temporarily during a lapse in succession;
e.g. The mother had not left a will, so her assets were held in abeyance until they could legally determine what to do.
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