This is the 2908th most frequent Dutch word.
afschaffen
To abolish or discontinue.
In this sentence, "afschaffen" is used in its base meaning: to abolish or discontinue something.
De regering heeft besloten om de oude wet af te schaffen.
The government has decided to abolish the old law.
Here, "afschaffen" highlights resistance to discontinuing or ending something.
Sommigen zijn het er niet mee eens om bepaalde tradities af te schaffen.
Some are opposed to abolishing certain traditions.
This sentence uses "afschaffen" to mean eliminating fees associated with a service.