Definition for
defection
noun – A lack: a failure; especially, failure in the performance of duty or obligation.
noun – The act of abandoning a person or a cause to which one is bound by allegiance or duty, or to which one has attached himself; a falling away; apostasy; backsliding.
noun – Act of abandoning a person or cause to which one is bound by allegiance or duty, or to which one has attached himself; desertion; failure in duty; a falling away; apostasy; backsliding.
noun –
an act or incidence of
noun – the state of having rejected your religious beliefs or your political party or a cause (often in favor of opposing beliefs or causes)
noun – withdrawing support or help despite allegiance or responsibility
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