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recusal (n.)

1911; from recuse + -al (2). Earlier were recusancy (1560s), recusance (1590s).

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Definitions of recusal from WordNet

recusal (n.)
(law) the disqualification of a judge or jury by reason of prejudice or conflict of interest; a judge can be recused by objections of either party or judges can disqualify themselves;
Synonyms: recusation
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