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sedition definition

se·di·tion (si dis̸h′ən)

noun

  1. the stirring up of discontent, resistance, or rebellion against the government in power
  2. Archaic revolt or rebellion

Etymology: ME sedicion < OFr < L seditio < sed-, apart (see secede) + itio, a going < ire, to go: see year

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Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2005 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
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