disengage
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for disengage, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To detach or release something from what is holding or connecting it.
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How to use disengage
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Etymology
From French desengager, built from dis- plus engage — the opposite of locking or committing to something.
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What does “disengage” mean?
The word “disengage” means to detach or release something from what is holding or connecting it. In plain terms, to unhook, release, or step back from something you were connected to or involved in.
How do you pronounce “disengage”?
“Disengage” is pronounced dih-sihng-GAYJ (/ˌdɪsɪŋˈɡeɪd͡ʒ/ in IPA).
How do you use “disengage” in a sentence?
Here is “disengage” used in a sentence: “He disengaged the clutch before shifting gears.”
What part of speech is “disengage”?
“Disengage” is a verb.
Where does the word “disengage” come from?
The word “disengage” comes from French. From French desengager, built from dis- plus engage — the opposite of locking or committing to something.