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devolution
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devolution
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devolution
/ˌdɛvə
ˈ
luːʃən/
noun
devolution
/ˌdɛvə
ˈ
luːʃən/
noun
Learner's definition of DEVOLUTION
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noncount
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the act or process by which a central government gives power, property, etc., to local groups or governments
devolution
of power
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