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What does refusal mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word refusal? Here's what it means.

Noun
  1. The act of refusing.
  2. (civil engineering) Depth or point at which well or borehole drilling cannot continue.
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In light of its vast market power, Wal-Mart has infuriated the media with its long-standing refusal to stock obscene CDs and racy magazines.
The refusal to bulk in wagonloads and to hire forwarding agents aggravated delays in the delivery of goods as well as station congestion.
He reacted furiously to the news of the mutiny of the soldiers, rushing to the scene after their flat refusal to fight.
In his report to the board, Mr Moore recommended refusal of the application.
In justification of the refusal you imply that these staff are unwilling to supervise you even though they have signed the forms.
Because the individual himself is at stake during the seduction, he cannot risk a flat refusal from the potential partner.

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