verb
devolve
Devolve (verb) means 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.
verb
1
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.
2
To delegate (a responsibility, duty, etc.) on or upon someone.
3
To transfer authority and responsibility for (something) to (another entity).
4
To fall as a duty or responsibility on or upon someone.
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What is the meaning of devolve?
"devolve" (verb) means 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.
What are the different meanings of devolve?
"devolve" has 3 main meanings: 1. 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; 2. To delegate (a responsibility, duty, etc.) on or upon someone; 3. To transfer authority and responsibility for (something) to (another entity).