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DOWNSCALE
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Dictionary entry overview: What does downscale mean?
• DOWNSCALE (adjective)
The adjective DOWNSCALE has 1 sense:
1. intended for people with low incomes
Familiarity information: DOWNSCALE used as an adjective is very rare.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
Intended for people with low incomes
Context example:
mass-produced downscale versions of high-priced fashions
Similar:
downmarket (designed for low-income consumers)
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