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devolved

/dɪˈvɒlvd/ /diˈvɒlvd/

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verb

To roll (something) down; to unroll.

Examples :

"The baker devolved the long, sticky dough onto the counter. "

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verb

To be inherited by someone else; to pass down upon the next person in a succession, especially through failure or loss of an earlier holder.

Examples :

"After the CEO's sudden resignation, his responsibilities devolved to the vice president. "

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verb

To delegate (a responsibility, duty, etc.) on or upon someone.

Examples :

"The manager devolved the task of scheduling meetings to his assistant. "

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verb

To fall as a duty or responsibility on or upon someone.

Examples :

"Since the manager was absent, the responsibility for completing the report devolved to the assistant. "

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verb

To degenerate; to break down.

Examples :

"A discussion about politics may devolve into a shouting match."

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