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deflate

/dɪˈflɛt/ verb · British & US
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What does deflate mean?

verb

To reduce the pressure or volume of something, typically by allowing air or gas to escape. To reduce the size or amount of something, typically by removing or reducing its components.

Example

"The tire needed to be deflated before it could be repaired."

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