Meaning of the word "devolve on" in English
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devolve on
US /dɪˈvɑlv ɑn/
UK /dɪˈvɑlv ɑn/
Phrasal Verb
1.
to pass (a responsibility or duty) to a lower level of authority or to another person
Example:
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The responsibility for maintaining the park will devolve on the local community.
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When the manager retired, his duties devolved on his assistant.
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