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patriate

The correct spelling is patriate.

How to pronounce patriate

verb

IPA: /ˈpeɪtɹi.eɪt/

Say it like: Pat-ria-te

The correct spelling is patriate. To assume control of (a governmental power) from a former mother country. For example: "Canada moved to patriate its constitution from the United Kingdom in 1982."

Usage Examples

Canada moved to patriate its constitution from the United Kingdom in 1982.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To assume control of (a governmental power) from a former mother country.

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