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What does demote mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word demote? Here's what it means.

Verb
  1. (transitive) To lower the rank or status of something or someone.
  2. (transitive) To relegate.
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In Bordeaux, winemakers are simply trying to make the best grand vin, or top wine, and most will ruthlessly demote wines as they see fit.
If we introduced Showrunners into our productions, it would demote our directors to a supporting role.
While preferential voting provides the opportunity for some voters to promote women, other voters can also demote women.
In some cases, the only effective way of safeguarding the employee would be to dismiss or demote him.
They even fear that the employer will use the information against them to fire or demote them.
Departments must notify the employee in writing when they decide to demote or terminate.

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