Trickle-down
[trik-uh l-doun] /ˈtrɪk əlˌdaʊn/
adjective
1.
of, relating to, or based on the trickle-down theory:
the trickle-down benefits to the local community.
trickle-down
adjective
1.
of or concerning the theory that granting concessions such as tax cuts to the rich will benefit all levels of society by stimulating the economy
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