deflation
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ʃən noun
2.
Economics. a fall in the general price level or a contraction of credit and available money ( opposed to inflation ). Compare disinflation.
3.
the erosion of sand, soil, etc., by the action of the wind.
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deflation (dɪˈfleɪʃən) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| 1. | the act of deflating or state of being deflated |
| 2. | economics Compare disinflation a reduction in the level of total spending and economic activity resulting in lower levels of output, employment, investment, trade, profits, and prices |
| 3. | geology the removal of loose rock material, sand, and dust by the wind |
| de'flationary | |
| —adj | |
| de'flationist | |
| —n, —adj | |
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Word Origin & History
deflation
1891, "release of air," from deflate + -ion. In reference to currency, from 1920.
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Science Dictionary
| deflation (dĭ-flā'shən) Pronunciation Key
The lifting and removal of fine, dry particles of silt, soil, and sand by the wind. Deflation is common in deserts and in coastal areas that have sand dunes. |
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Example sentences
For consumers, deflation is a delight: money grows more valuable as it rests in the purse or pocket-book.
Of course, concerns about deflation and slow growth are closely interlinked.
However, with inflation falling rapidly in so many countries, deflation is emerging as a threat.
Most economists do not believe deflation will happen.
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