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Definition qualification in British English

qualification noun

noun
/ˌkwɒlɪfɪˈkeɪʃ(ə)n/

▪ academic, educational, formal, professional, specialist, vocational

▪ acquire, gain, get, have, hold, obtain, possess

1

something such as a degree or a diploma that you get when you successfully finish a course of study

Example

Simon left school with no qualifications.

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2

an ability or quality that you need in order to do a particular job or activity

Example

Reagan's command of television was a vital qualification for the presidency.

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3

the action or process of qualifying for something

Example

Our qualification for the World Cup finals hangs in the balance.

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4

something that you add to a statement or rule to show that it is not true in some situations

Example

There is an important qualification to the Act: it does not apply to international contracts.

Example

I welcome the minister's announcement without qualification.

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Definition qualification in British English