deferment
Use Deferment in a sentence
mənt noun
1.
the act of deferring or putting off; postponement.
2.
a temporary exemption from induction into military service.
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deferment or deferral (dɪˈfɜːmənt, dɪˈfɜːrəl) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
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| the act of deferring or putting off until another time; postponement | |
| deferral or deferral | |
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Deferment
is always a great word to know.
So is flibbertigibbet. Does it mean:
| a chattering or flighty, light-headed person. |
| a fool or simpleton; ninny. |
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Example sentences
You'll be ineligible for deferment or forbearance on your loan.
Student loan deferment options are likewise more generous than a typical credit card, mortgage or car loan.
Lenders are encouraged to review each borrower's possible eligibility for an economic hardship deferment or a military deferment.
Deferment is a period of time when you are not required to make payments on your federal student loan.
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