disarm
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for disarm, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To take weapons away from someone.
Synonyms
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How to use disarm
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Middle English desarmen, from Anglo-Norman desarmer.
Full origin of disarm →Frequently asked questions
What does “disarm” mean?
The word “disarm” means to take weapons away from someone. In plain terms, to take away someone's weapons or defenses — literally in combat, or figuratively by charming them into dropping their guard.
How do you pronounce “disarm”?
“Disarm” is pronounced dihs-AHM (/dɪsˈɑɹm/ in IPA).
How do you use “disarm” in a sentence?
Here is “disarm” used in a sentence: “The officer disarmed the suspect before making the arrest.”
What part of speech is “disarm”?
“Disarm” is a verb.
Where does the word “disarm” come from?
The word “disarm” comes from Middle English. From Middle English desarmen, from Anglo-Norman desarmer.
Is “disarm” a common word?
“Disarm” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “disarm” have?
“Disarm” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to take weapons away from someone.