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Void
01
an empty or vacant space within a solid object or within a larger area, typically devoid of substance
Examples
The cave explorers discovered a vast void deep within the mountain.
Architects often design buildings with voids to create open and airy spaces.
02
the state of nonexistence
03
a situation where a player has no cards in a particular suit, which means they cannot follow suit in that suit and must play a card from another suit instead
04
a black cat, often described humorously or affectionately
Humorous
SlangExamples
My little void curled up on the bed today.
That void has the brightest yellow eyes.
to void
01
to clear a space or container of either people or its contents
Transitive: to void a space or container
Examples
The security personnel had to void the building during the emergency evacuation.
Getting ready for the move, they had to void the old apartment of furniture.
02
to excrete or eliminate waste matter from the body, typically through urination or defecation
Transitive: to void waste matter
Examples
The kidneys filter waste from the blood, which is then voided as urine.
In cases of food poisoning, the body may void toxins through vomiting.
03
to announce that something is no longer legally valid or binding
Transitive: to void an agreement
Examples
The court voided the contract due to a breach of terms by the seller.
The judge voided the marriage after discovering evidence of fraud.
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