Meaning Of The Word Recession

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What's The Definition Of Recession?

recession
variable noun: A recession is a period when the economy of a country is doing badly, for example because industry is producing less and more people are becoming unemployed.

recession in American English 1
a going back or receding; withdrawal
noun: the act of receding or withdrawing

recession in American English 2
a ceding back, as to a former owner
noun: a return of ownership to a former possessor

recession in British English 1
noun: a temporary depression in economic activity or prosperity

recession in British English 2
noun: the act of restoring possession to a former owner

recession in Finance
noun: A recession is a decline in economic activity that lasts for two quarters or a year.

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