discourse vs repeal

discourse

noun
  • A formal lengthy exposition of some subject, either spoken or written. 

  • Expression in words, either speech or writing. 

  • An institutionalized way of thinking, a social boundary defining what can be said about a specific topic (after Michel Foucault). 

  • Any rational expression, reason. 

verb
  • To exercise reason; to employ the mind in judging and inferring; to reason. 

  • To engage in discussion or conversation; to converse. 

  • To write or speak formally and at length. 

repeal

noun
  • An act or instance of repealing. 

verb
  • To recall; to summon (a person) again; to bring (a person) back from exile or banishment. 

  • To cancel, invalidate, annul. 

  • To suppress; to repel. 

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