PoliticsAugust 18, 2026
deregulation
dee-reg-yuh-LAY-shun
Definition
The act of removing or reducing government regulations and rules that control a specific industry or sector.
Etymology
The word is formed from the prefix 'de-' (meaning to remove or reverse) and 'regulation,' which comes from the Latin 'regula,' meaning a rule or straight edge.
In the news
The candidate Aaron Baker prioritizes economic recovery through energy deregulation, suggesting that removing government oversight will improve the economy. This is a central theme of his platform to reduce the burden on families and businesses.
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