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What does dissent mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word dissent? Here's what it means.

Verb
  1. (intransitive) To disagree; to withhold assent. Construed with from (or, formerly, to).
  2. (intransitive) To differ from, especially in opinion, beliefs, etc.
  3. (obsolete) To be different; to have contrary characteristics.
Noun
  1. Disagreement with the ideas, doctrines, decrees, etc. of a political party, government or religion.
  2. An act of disagreeing with, or deviating from, the views and opinions of those holding authority.
  3. (Anglo-American common law) A separate opinion filed in a case by judges who disagree with the outcome of the majority of the court in that case
  4. (sports) A violation that arises when disagreement with an official call is expressed in an inappropriate manner such as foul language, rude gestures, of failure to comply.
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