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decapitalize

/dɪˌkæpɪˈtʌɪz/ verb · British & US
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What does decapitalize mean?

verb

To remove the capital letter from the beginning of a word or to make something less formal or official. This can be done to make text more readable or to create a more casual tone.

Example

"The software decapitalized the first letter of every sentence in the document, making it easier to read."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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