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dismember

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Verb — To cut or tear the limbs off a body.

How to use dismember

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dismember a body dismember a nation

Etymology

From Old French desmembrer, from des- + membre ("limb").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “dismember” mean?

The word “dismember” means to cut or tear the limbs off a body. In plain terms, to cut apart at the joints or limbs, literally or (for countries/organizations) figuratively.

How do you pronounce “dismember”?

“Dismember” is pronounced dihs-MEHM-buh (/ˌdɪsˈmɛmbə(ɹ)/ in IPA).

How do you use “dismember” in a sentence?

Here is “dismember” used in a sentence: “The horror film showed the creature dismembering its victims.”

What part of speech is “dismember”?

“Dismember” is a verb.

Where does the word “dismember” come from?

The word “dismember” comes from Old French. From Old French desmembrer, from des- + membre ("limb").

How many meanings does “dismember” have?

“Dismember” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to cut or tear the limbs off a body.

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