obviate
Definition of abbreviation (noun) -
to make unnecessary; to prevent; to remove an obstacle in advancePart of speech:
VerbForms: obviated; obviated; obviating
Example sentences with this word:
The invention of cars has obviated the use of horse and carriage.
A cure for the common cold would obviate the need for shelf after shelf of cold remedies.
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