technicality

Word parts

technical + -ity

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˌtɛknɪˈkælɪti/

• Audio (UK)

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Noun

Singular technicality

Plural technicalities

1. A technicality is a minor rule, law, or other detail which is usually unimportant but can sometimes have big consequences.

   She was fired on a technicality.