exempt
/ɛɡˈzɛm(p)t/
noun
- 1
One who has been released from something.
- 2
A type of French police officer.
- 3
One of four officers of the Yeomen of the Royal Guard, having the rank of corporal; an exon.
verb
- 1
To grant (someone) freedom or immunity from.
“Citizens over 45 years of age were exempted from military service.”
adjective
- 1
Free from a duty or obligation.
“His income is so small that it is exempt from tax.”
- 2
(of an employee or his position) Not entitled to overtime pay when working overtime.
- 3
Cut off; set apart.
- 4
Extraordinary; exceptional.
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