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from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.
- noun plural Orders to move on or depart.
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- noun
Instructions for action. - noun idiomatic
Dismissal : aninstruction toleave .
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- noun (informal) a notice of dismissal or discharge
- noun an order from a superior officer for troops to depart
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