withdrawal

American  

[with-draw-uhl, -drawl, with-] / wɪðˈdrɔ əl, -ˈdrɔl, wɪθ- /

noun

1. Also withdrawment. the act or condition of withdrawing.

2. Pharmacology. the act or process of ceasing to use an addictive drug.

3. coitus interruptus.

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withdrawal British  

/ wɪðˈdrɔːəl /

noun

1. an act or process of withdrawing; retreat, removal, or detachment

2. the period a drug addict goes through following abrupt termination in the use of narcotics, usually characterized by physical and mental symptoms ( withdrawal symptoms )

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withdrawal Scientific  

/ wĭth-drô′əl,wĭth- /

1. Discontinuation of the use of an addictive substance. The symptoms of withdrawal include headache, diarrhea, and tremors and can range from mild to life threatening, depending on the extent of the body's reliance on the addictive substance.

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Etymology

Origin of withdrawal

First recorded in 1740–50; withdraw + -al ²

Example Sentences

“Another approach is to incorporate RMDs into your retirement budget and set up regular withdrawals to cover your required amount—almost like a paycheck,” she said.

From Barron's

“Another approach is to incorporate RMDs into your retirement budget and set up regular withdrawals to cover your required amount—almost like a paycheck,” she said.

From Barron's

That puts the aggregate amount of fees for missed withdrawals in the neighborhood of $1.7 billion, Vanguard said.

From MarketWatch

He told journalists that as Ukraine was against withdrawal, US negotiators were looking to establish a demilitarised zone or a free economic zone.

From BBC

Early withdrawals may also be subject to a 10% penalty unless the funds are used for higher education.

From Barron's

Related Words

• departure
• disengagement
• exit
• exodus
• resignation
• retirement