noninterference
[ non-in-ter-feer-uhns ]
/ ˌnɒn ɪn tərˈfɪər əns /
noun
the policy or practice of refraining from interference, especially in political affairs.
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a person who acts as though he or she knows everything and who dismisses the opinions, comments, or suggestions of others.
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First recorded in 1820–30; non- + interference
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Example sentences from the Web for noninterference
The duty of noninterference had been admitted by every President.
A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Presidents: Ulysses S. Grant|James D. RichardsonThe Provisional Government followed the policy of noninterference.
Adjustments and their advantages will be taught with the idea of noninterference with quickness and freedom of action.
Manual of Military Training|James A. Moss