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Definition demise in British English

demise verb

[transitive] verb
/dɪˈmaɪz/
1

to transfer an estate, especially by a lease

Synonyms and related words
complete convey demise
2

a euphemism meaning to fire someone from their job or make them redundant

Example

The integration of advisers means the roles of commercial financial advisers will be demised.

Synonyms and related words
fire lay off retire
Definition demise in British English