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deposición

deposition, removal from power

noun deh-poh-see-SYOHN Rare

Origin: Latin depositio 'a laying down'

Also means

bowel movement (medical)

Usage Note

Deposición has two main registers. In formal or political language it means the removal of a ruler or official from power (la deposición del dictador). In medical Spanish it is the standard clinical term for a bowel movement (deposición diaria), equivalent to English 'stool' in that context. English speakers should note that the political sense is closer to 'deposition' or 'ousting,' not a legal deposition (which is declaración jurada).

Examples

"La deposición del presidente sorprendió a todos."

Natural Translation

The deposition of the president surprised everyone.

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