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dev·o·lu·tion
 devolution
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- pronunciation:
- de
v
lu
shn
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
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noun |
| definition 1: |
the act or result of devolving; transfer, delegation, or passing down, as of rights or duties.
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| definition 2: |
the passing down of property upon death, as to a legal heir.
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| definition 3: |
biological degeneration.
- antonyms:
- evolution
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| definition 4: |
the delegation of certain powers from a central to a local government.
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