definition of
abandonment

[1] #1 abandonment n. [forsaking, desertion] the act of giving something up. wn

[2] #2 abandonment n. [desertion, defection] withdrawing support or help despite allegiance or responsibility; "his abandonment of his wife and children left them penniless". wn

[3] #3 abandonment n. the voluntary surrender of property (or a right to property) without attempting to reclaim it or give it away. wn