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Vinony

liberalization

noun

  1. in general, the relaxation of previous government restrictions
  2. become more liberal
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Wiktionary

noun

Etymology: From liberalize + -ation or liberal + -ization.

  1. The process or act of making more liberal.

    “Paisley's three year "Save Ulster from Sodomy" campaign has been a significant force in preventing until now the liberalization of laws about gayness in the British protectorate.”

  2. The lessening of government regulations and restrictions in an economy in exchange for greater participation by private entities.