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SOWPODS (Collins Scrabble Words)
OTCWL2014 (NASPA Word List 2014)
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SOWPODS (Collins Scrabble Words)
OTCWL2014 (NASPA Word List 2014)
TWL06 (NASPA List 2006)
"Devolve" Definition
verb-intransitive
Archaic To roll onward or downward.
Source: American Heritage Dictionary
To be passed on or transferred to another: The burden of proof devolved upon the defendant. The estate devolved to an unlikely heir.
Source: American Heritage Dictionary
To degenerate or deteriorate gradually: After several hours the discussion had devolved into a shouting match.
Source: American Heritage Dictionary
verb
To pass on (as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another .
Source: Merriam-Webster
To pass by transmission or succession .
Source: Merriam-Webster
To fall or be passed usually as a responsibility or obligation .
Source: Merriam-Webster
To come by or as if by flowing down .
Source: Merriam-Webster
To degenerate through a gradual change or evolution .
Source: Merriam-Webster
verb-transitive
Archaic To cause to roll onward or downward.
Source: American Heritage Dictionary
To pass on or delegate to another: The senator devolved the duties of office upon a group of aides.
Source: American Heritage Dictionary
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