1. to remove (an item) from a museum or library collection, typically by selling or donating it
Usage: formal; chiefly used in museum and library contexts

1. the act or process of removing an item from a museum or library collection
Usage: formal; chiefly used in museum and library contexts

Examples

• The museum decided to deaccession several duplicate paintings to fund new acquisitions.
• The library will deaccession outdated reference books that are no longer used.
• Deaccessioning requires careful documentation and approval from the institution's board.
• The proceeds from the deaccession of the artwork were donated to educational programs.
• Museums must follow strict ethical guidelines when they deaccession items from their permanent collections.
• The deaccession policy ensures that removed items are handled responsibly and transparently.