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defunct

Pronunciation: /dɪˈfʌŋ(k)t/

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Definition of defunct

adjective

  • no longer existing or functioning:the now defunct Somerset & Dorset railway line

Origin:

mid 16th century (in the sense 'deceased'): from Latin defunctus 'dead', past participle of defungi 'carry out, finish', from de- (expressing reversal) + fungi 'perform'

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