E*vac`u*a"tion (?), n. [L. evacuatio: cf. F. 'evacuation.]
1.
The act of emptying, clearing of the contents, or discharging
. Specifically: (a)
Mil. Withdrawal of troops from a town, fortress, etc.
(b)
Med. Voidance of any matter by the natural passages of the body or by an artificial opening; defecation; also, a diminution of the fluids of an animal body by cathartics, venesection, or other means.
2.
That which is evacuated or discharged; especially, a discharge by stool or other natural means.
Quincy.
3.
Abolition; nullification.
[Obs.]
Hooker.
Evacuation day, the anniversary of the day on which the British army evacuated the city of New York, November 25, 1783.
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