exclusion

noun

ex·​clu·​sion ik-ˈsklü-zhən 

1

: the act or an instance of excluding

2

: the state of being excluded

exclusionary

ik-ˈsklü-zhə-ˌner-ē 

adjective

Examples of exclusion in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Thus, whether referring to the pardon power’s text, history or purpose, the exclusion of future crimes seems both necessary and proper. —Robert A. Levy, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025

And, in turn, the Black Surf community continues to foster a culture of inclusivity where beaches once stood as symbols of exclusion. —Natalie Preddie, Travel + Leisure, 3 Feb. 2025

Others were enrolled despite other medical problems, which are traditionally grounds for exclusion. —Lisa M. Krieger, The Mercury News, 29 Jan. 2025

This approach aligns with the EEOC’s guidance under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, which discourages blanket exclusions based on criminal history. —Alonzo Martinez, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Latin exclusion-, exclusio, from excludere

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing exclusion

• exclusion principle
• Pauli exclusion principle
• self-exclusion
• to the exclusion of

Medical Definition

exclusion

noun

ex·​clu·​sion iks-ˈklü-zhən 

: surgical separation of part of an organ from the rest without excision

exclude

iks-ˈklüd 

transitive verb

excluded; excluding

Legal Definition

exclusion

noun

ex·​clu·​sion ik-ˈsklü-zhən 

1

: the act of excluding or state of being excluded

specifically : refusal of entry into the U.S. by immigration officials

review of deportation and exclusion orders

compare deportation

2

: something that excludes or is excluded: as

a

: a part of an insurance contract that excludes specified risks from coverage compare condition, declaration

b

: an amount that is excluded from tax liability compare credit, deduction, exemption

exclusionary

-zhə-ˌner-ē 

adjective