Meaning Of The Word Devaluation

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Devaluation Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Devaluation?

devaluation in American English
a reduction in the amount or fineness of a metal, esp. gold, officially designated as the standard of value of a monetary unit
noun: an official lowering of the exchange value of a country's currency relative to gold or other currencies

devaluation in British English
noun: a decrease in the exchange value of a currency against gold or other currencies, brought about by a government

devaluation in Finance
noun: Devaluation is a deliberate decrease in the exchange value of a currency against another currency that is made by a government.

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