1. the state or condition of not being a member of a group, organization, or club

Examples

• His nonmembership in the union prevented him from participating in the strike vote.
• The club’s strict policies resulted in the nonmembership of several applicants.
• Nonmembership in professional organizations can limit career advancement opportunities.
• The survey compared the benefits available to members versus those in nonmembership status.
• Her nonmembership in the association meant she couldn’t access their exclusive resources.
• The company offered different pricing tiers for membership and nonmembership categories.