Concession carries two very distinct meanings in English. It is commonly used to indicate something that has been conceded (as when the politician who loses a race gives a concession speech, or when …

CONCESSION definition: 1. something that is allowed or given up, often in order to end a disagreement, or the act of…. Learn more.

CONCESSION definition: the act of conceding or yielding, as a right, a privilege, or a point or fact in an argument. See examples of concession used in a sentence.

If you make a concession to someone, you agree to let them do or have something, especially in order to end an argument or conflict. The King made major concessions to end the confrontation with his …

Dec 25, 2025 · (chiefly US, usually in the plural) An item sold within a concession (see above) or from a concessions stand. (chiefly UK) A person eligible for a concession price (see above).

the act of conceding or yielding, as a right, a privilege, or a point or fact in an argument: He made no concession to caution. the thing or point yielded: Management offered a shorter workweek as a …

concession noun An accommodation made in the light of special or extenuating circumstances: