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Definition downshift in American English

downshift verb

[intransitive] verb
/ˈdaʊnˌʃɪft/
1

to change to a lower gear when driving a car

Synonyms and related words
back up block in box in
2

to change to a different job or way of life, so that you have less money and responsibility but more satisfaction and happiness

Synonyms and related words
acquire ascent bankrupt
Definition downshift in American English