depopulation
nounA substantial reduction in the number of people living in a place.
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Clear all filtersA substantial reduction in the number of people living in a place.
Relating to eugenics, the scientifically discredited belief that controlling human reproduction could improve populations.
Concerning eugenics
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The people living in a particular place or country.
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