Definitions

1. verb

to move or send someone or something to a lower position or level, or to assign someone to a particular role or task

“The new manager was relegated to a back-office job after the company restructuring.”

2. verb

to dismiss or exclude someone from a group or position, often unfairly or unjustly

“She was relegated from the team due to her poor performance in the last few matches.”

3. noun

a person or thing that has been moved or sent to a lower position or level

“The relegated players were forced to play in the lower division.”

4. verb

to transfer or put something to a lower position, level, or rank, especially in a hierarchical or official system

“The new policy will be relegated to the lower echelons of the company until further notice.”