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devolves

/dɪˈvɒlvz/ /diˈvɒlvz/

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verb

To roll (something) down; to unroll.

Examples :

"The artist devolves the roll of paper to reveal the beginning of his mural. "

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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 :

"When the manager got sick, his responsibilities devolved to his assistant. "

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verb

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

Examples :

"Since the manager is on vacation, the responsibility of approving invoices devolves on the assistant. "

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verb

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

Examples :

"When the team leader is absent, the responsibility of managing the project devolves to the senior team member. "

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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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