deskill

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Synonyms: reskill

Antonyms: reskill

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Verb

1. {{lb|en|transitive}} To redesign (a [[job]]) so that less [[skill]] is required to carry it out, for example through the introduction of new technology.
2. {{lb|en|transitive}} To change the role of (workers) so that they are no longer required or able to use the skills that they have acquired.

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