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demonetize

Pronunciation: /diːˈmʌnɪtʌɪz, -mɒn-/

(also demonetise)

Definition of demonetize

verb

[with object]

deprive (a coin or precious metal) of its status as money: coins minted with the name and portrait of Emperor Caligula were demonetized after his death