What does "decapitalize" mean?

To uncapitalize (convert the first letter (or more) of (something) from uppercase to lowercase).

What is a synonym for "decapitalize"?

Common synonyms include: lowercase characters, uncapitalize.

Pronounced //diːˈkæpɪtəlaɪz//.

/diːˈkæpɪtəlaɪz/ verb

verb ·Rare ·Advanced level

Verb

1
To uncapitalize (convert the first letter (or more) of (something) from uppercase to lowercase). transitive
2
To convert a capital value, typically into a rental. transitive
3
To remove (something's) status as a capital crime; to cause (something) to no longer be a capital crime. transitive
"In 1801 Connecticut decapitalized arson, but only where no victim's life had been placed in danger."

"In 1801 Connecticut decapitalized arson, but only where no victim's life had been placed in danger."

From de- + capitalize.