Meaning ofdevolvein English

Verb

1. to delegate duties; tasks to someone
   The manager will devolve some tasks to her assistant.
2. to transfer authority; responsibility
   The company will devolve authority to the regional offices.
3. to shift power from central to local government
   The government plans to devolve power to the local municipalities.
4. to have a duty fall on someone
   As the team leader is absent, the duty will devolve on the deputy.