declassify
[ dee-klas-uh-fahy ]
/ diˈklæs əˌfaɪ /
verb (used with object), de·clas·si·fied, de·clas·si·fy·ing.
to remove the classification from (information, a document, etc.) that restricts access in terms of secrecy, confidentiality, etc.
Compare classification(def 5).
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Example sentences from the Web for declassification
For declassification advocates, the momentum towards more public awareness about the CIA programs is picking up steam.
Secret State Department Letter Warned: Don’t Release CIA Torture Report |Josh Rogin |April 4, 2014 |DAILY BEASTFeinstein has said she plans to hold a vote on her committee to submit its report for declassification by the end of the month.
The attorney general will also regularly review major opinions issued by the court for declassification and public release.
Obama’s NSA Reforms Show He Alone Can’t Stop Big Brother |Julian Sanchez |January 18, 2014 |DAILY BEAST
British Dictionary definitions for declassification
declassify
/ (diːˈklæsɪˌfaɪ) /
verb -fies, -fying or -fied
(tr)
to release (a document or information) from the security list