decentralize
Americanverb (used with object)
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to distribute the administrative powers or functions of (a central authority) over a less concentrated area.
to decentralize the national government.
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to disperse (something) from an area of concentration.
to decentralize the nation's industry.
verb (used without object)
verb
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to reorganize (a government, industry, etc) into smaller more autonomous units
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to disperse (a concentration, as of industry or population)
Other Word Forms
- decentralist noun
- decentralization noun
Etymology
Origin of decentralize
First recorded in 1850–55; de- + centralize
Example Sentences
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This background has prompted researchers to explore whether the carving of moai followed the same decentralized structure.
From Science Daily
To be sure, America’s decentralized data-agency model limits the ability to manipulate data.
From Barron's
“Even if short-term sentiment softens and new user growth slows, structural trends like rising debt levels, monetary expansion and geopolitical fragmentation continue to favor scarce, decentralized assets,” said Holmes.
From MarketWatch
Ether, according to Lee and other advocates, functions as a dynamic digital ecosystem powering smart contracts, decentralized finance, tokenized assets and digital-identity infrastructure.
From MarketWatch
And some A16Z investments have become major players in so-called decentralized finance, known as defi, which supporters hope will replace the traditional banking system.
From Salon
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