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Meaning of decapitalize | Babel Free

Verb CEFR C1
diːˈkæpɪtəlaɪz

Definitions

  1. To uncapitalize (convert the first letter (or more) of (something) from uppercase to lowercase).
    transitive
  2. To convert a capital value, typically into a rental.
    transitive
  3. To remove (something's) status as a capital crime; to cause (something) to no longer be a capital crime.
    transitive

Examples

“In 1801 Connecticut decapitalized arson, but only where no victim's life had been placed in danger.”

CEFR level

C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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See also

decapitalized decapitalizes decapitalizing decapitate decapitated decapitates

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