Definition of Deflation

Noun: deflation  di'fley-shun

1. (geology) the erosion of soil as a consequence of sand and dust and loose rocks being removed by the wind
   "a constant deflation of the desert landscape"
    
2. A contraction of economic activity resulting in a decline of prices
    
3. The act of letting the air out of something

See also:
deflating
deflationary

Anagrams containing the word deflation

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