liberalization
nounEtymology From liberalize + -ation or liberal + -ization.
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The process or act of making more liberal.
- Paisley's three year "Save Ulster from Sodomy" campaign has been a significant force in preventing until now the liberalization of laws about gayness in the British protectorate.1981 December 5, Scott Brookie, “Great Britain Charged With Treaty Violation For Irish Anti-Gay Law”, in Gay Community News, volume 9, number 20, page 1:
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Economics, Sciences The lessening of government regulations and restrictions in an economy in exchange for greater participation by private entities.