verb
devolve
Devolve (verb) means to pass on to the next person in line, often because the previous holder has died or left.
verb
1
To pass on to the next person in line, often because the previous holder has died or left.
2
To give a duty or responsibility to someone else to deal with.
3
To pass authority and responsibility for something on to another body.
4
To become someone's duty or responsibility.
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What is the meaning of devolve?
"devolve" (verb) means to pass on to the next person in line, often because the previous holder has died or left.
What is another word for devolve?
Other words for "devolve" include drop, return, fall, pass, degenerate, deteriorate.
What are the different meanings of devolve?
"devolve" has 3 main meanings: 1. To pass on to the next person in line, often because the previous holder has died or left; 2. To give a duty or responsibility to someone else to deal with; 3. To pass authority and responsibility for something on to another body.
