demerit (n)

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type n
lex_filenum 10
def a mark against a person for misconduct or failure
def usually given in school or armed forces
examples ten demerits and he loses his privileges
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Hypernym mark, stigma, brand, stain
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Hyponym mark, stigma, brand, stain

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