Deregulation Meaning
/diˌrɛɡjəˈleɪʃən/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe process of removing constraints, especially government-imposed economic regulation.
Sentence Examples
It is difficult to peg the direction of interest deregulation.
Gas is a little cheaper with self-service, now that deregulation is kicking in.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The ____ of industries led to increased competition and lower prices.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
It is difficult to peg the direction of interest ____.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree Proto-Indo-European *de Proto-Indo-European *-h₁ Proto-Indo-European *déh₁ Proto-Italic *dē Latin dē Latin dē-der. English de- English regulation English deregulation From de- + regulation.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"Because of deregulation and the drive to lower costs, Mr. Lorr said, truckers are now regarded by many companies as just another replaceable part. Some can barely eke out a living."
— 2020 September 24, Alex Williams, “The Ugly (and Glorious) Truth About American Supermarkets”, in The New York Times, archived from the original on 01 Nov 2020:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The ____ of industries led to increased competition and lower prices.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
It is difficult to peg the direction of interest ____.