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Definition cannibalization in American English

cannibalization noun

noun
1

the act of taking parts from one vehicle to fix another, because of a shortage of spare parts

Example

An NAO investigation found equipment "cannibalization" had increased by 49% over the past five years.

Definition cannibalization in American English