Meaning of the word demotion in English

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demotion

US /dɪˈmoʊ.ʃən/
UK /dɪˈmoʊ.ʃən/
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Noun

1.

a reduction in rank, status, or seniority

Example:
He was upset about his demotion to a junior position.
The team's poor performance led to their demotion to the second division.
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