delist

[dee-list]

verb (used with object)

to delete from a list, as one that indicates acceptability, legitimacy, or the like.

to withdraw or remove (a security) from the group listed with a particular stock exchange.

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Origin of delist

First recorded in 1930–35; de- + list¹

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Examples from the Web for delist

Overall, the study team thinks the bears are doing peachy and voted unanimously to delist them.
What It Takes to Kill a Grizzly Bear|Doug Peacock|November 23, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Why the government is so vehemently eager to delist the grizzly remains a troublesome question.
What It Takes to Kill a Grizzly Bear|Doug Peacock|November 23, 2014|DAILY BEAST

British Dictionary definitions for delist

delist

verb (tr)

to remove from a list

stock exchange to remove (a security) from the register of those that may be traded on the recognized market

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