This is the 1075th most frequent Korean word.
폐지
"폐지" means "abolition" or "discontinuation."
Here, "폐지" refers to the cessation or discontinuation of a publication or periodic edition.
그 신문사는 최근에 주간 잡지를 폐지했습니다.
The newspaper company recently discontinued its weekly magazine.
In this context, "폐지" is used to mean the termination or banning of usage of a particular item or practice to align with certain goals or norms.
환경 문제로 인해 비닐 봉투의 사용을 폐지하려는 움직임이 있습니다.
There is a movement to eliminate the use of plastic bags due to environmental concerns.
In this sentence, "폐지" is used in a formal context to indicate the act of formally revoking or abolishing a policy or law.