Definition

derationing

noun
  1. the act or process of ending rationing; the removal of restrictions on the distribution or consumption of goods
  2. Usage: often used in historical contexts, particularly referring to post-World War II periods
verb
  1. to end rationing of; to remove rationing restrictions from
  2. Usage: present participle or gerund form of 'derationize' or 'derationalize'

Examples

  • The derationing of sugar after the war was celebrated by many families.
  • Derationing food supplies helped restore consumer choice in the post-war economy.
  • The government began derationing essential goods in 1946.
  • Derationing meat was one of the final steps in returning to a peacetime economy.
  • Citizens eagerly awaited the derationing of butter and other dairy products.

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