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Definition reform in British English

reform noun

[countable/uncountable] noun
/rɪˈfɔː(r)m/

▪ far-reaching, fundamental, important, major, radical, sweeping

1

a change that is intended to correct a situation that is wrong or unfair, or make a system work more effectively

Example

a programme of economic reforms

Example

radical reforms to the health service

Example

This is the most important reform of the police service in over 30 years.

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Definition reform in British English