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1. (noun) degeneration, devolution
the process of declining from a higher to a lower level of effective power or vitality or essential quality

2. (noun) devolution, devolvement
the delegation of authority (especially from a central to a regional government)

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1. (noun) devolution
the act of rolling down

2. (noun) devolution
transference from one person to another; a passing or devolving upon a successor

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