deferment

[ dih-fur-muhnt ]

noun

1. a temporary exemption from induction into military service.
2. deferral ( def 1 ).

deferment

/ dɪˈfɜːmənt; dɪˈfɜːrəl /

noun

1. the act of deferring or putting off until another time; postponement

Word History and Origins

Origin of deferment¹

First recorded in 1605–15; defer ¹ + -ment

Example Sentences

He later sat out the Vietnam War due to deferments - four for academic reasons and one due to bone spurs.

From BBC

Be realistic about what your terms are — and make sure you understand conditions for repayment, deferment and forgiveness.

From Salon

Trump never served in the military, and a string of deferments enabled him to avoid the draft during the Vietnam War.

From Los Angeles Times

It drew attention to his draft-dodging record of five deferments at the height of the Vietnam War.

From Los Angeles Times

The current deadline to get the ID is May 7, 2025, and there are no signs of another deferment.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• adjournment
• deferral
• moratorium
• postponement