Exception | Mean of exception in English Dictionary

/ɪkˈsɛpʃən/

• Noun
• someone or something that is different from others
1. I like all his books, with one exception. [=I like all but one of his books]
2. The decision was supported by almost everyone, the single/sole exception being me. [=everyone supported the decision but me]
3. Her parties are always elegant, and last night's party was no exception. [=last night's party was also elegant]
• a case where a rule does not apply
1. There will be no exceptions to this rule.
2. We'll make an exception [=allow the rule not to be followed] this time.
• to object to something
1. I take exception to the tone of her remarks. [=I am offended by the tone of her remarks]

• not including (someone or something)
1. It's all here, with the exception of [=except for, except] the sweater.
2. With the (notable) exception of the bland soup, the food was very good.
3. Everyone should be there, with the (possible) exception of my brother.