deregulation (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌdiːˌreɡjuˈleɪʃən/
Definition
The process of removing or reducing government controls on business or other activity.
Examples
The deregulation of the airline industry led to more competition.
Environmental groups protested against the proposed deregulation of protected areas.
Supporters argued that deregulation would boost economic growth.
How to Use deregulation
- deregulation of (prepositional phrase)
- Specifies the area or industry being deregulated. — "The deregulation of the energy market was a complex process."
- deregulation and (collocation)
- Often paired with related concepts like privatization or liberalization. — "The government pursued deregulation and privatization to stimulate the economy."
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