deration

[ dee-rey-shuhn ]

verb (used with object)

1. to discontinue the rationing of (something).

deration

/ diːˈræʃən /

verb

1. tr to end rationing of (food, petrol, etc)

Word History and Origins

Origin of deration¹

First recorded in 1915–20; de- + ration

Example Sentences

Deration, oh don't!' cried the subject of these angry remarks.

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