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Definition of decentralization noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

decentralization

noun
 
/ˌdiːˌsentrəlaɪˈzeɪʃn/
 
/ˌdiːˌsentrələˈzeɪʃn/
(British English also decentralisation)
[uncountable, singular]
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  1. the act or process of giving some of the power of a central government, organization, etc. to smaller parts or organizations around the country
    • the decentralization of power
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adverb
 
 
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