disqualification

UK
/dɪsˌkwɒlɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
US
/dɪsˌkwɑlɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

Translations

disqualificationnoun
disqualifications
pl
UK
/dɪsˌkwɒlɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
US
/dɪsˌkwɑlɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
The athlete faced disqualification for using banned substances.
Спортсмен столкнулся с дисквалификацией за использование запрещенных веществ.
disqualificationadjective
UK
/dɪsˌkwɒlɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
US
/dɪsˌkwɑːləfəˈkeɪʃən/
Used attributively before nouns, e.g., "disqualification period".

Definitions

disqualificationnoun
The act of making someone ineligible for a position or activity due to a violation of rules or standards.
The athlete faced disqualification after testing positive for banned substances.
A condition or factor that renders someone unfit or unsuitable for a particular role or activity.
His criminal record was a disqualification for the job he applied for.
The state or fact of being disqualified, especially as an official penalty.
Disqualification from driving can last for several years.
disqualificationadjective
Relating to or intended to cause disqualification.
The referee signalled a disqualification foul.