— deindustrialization , n.
/dee'in dus"tree euh luyz'/ , v. , deindustrialized, deindustrializing .
v.t.
1. to cause to lose industrial capability or strength; make less industrial in character or emphasis.
2. to deprive (a conquered nation) of the means or potential for industrial growth.
v.i.
3. to lose industrial capability or character; become deindustrialized.
Also, de-industrialize; esp. Brit., deindustrialise .
[ 1880-85; DE- + INDUSTRIALIZE ]