Repeal (verb)

Revoke or annul (a law or act of parliament) officially.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french repealer 'call back', from re- 'back' + apeler 'to call'.

Examples:

1. The government voted to repeal the controversial law.
2. The repeal of the tax was widely celebrated by the public.
3. The repeal of the regulation caused controversy among industry leaders.
4. The repeal of the bill was a victory for the opposition party.
5. The repeal of the ban on gay marriage was a significant milestone.