noun🔗ShareThe act of severing or the state of being severed."The severance of the old telephone line was necessary for the new fiber optic installation. "actionbusinessjobChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA separation."The severance of the cable caused the internet to go down. "jobbusinessorganizationChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA severance payment."After the company downsized, the employees received a severance payment. "businessfinanceeconomyjobChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading