noun
Uncommon
dismantling
Dismantling (noun) means the process of taking something apart or breaking it down. Example: “The dismantling of the old factory took several months.”
noun
1
The process of taking something apart or breaking it down.
"The dismantling of the old factory took several months."
How to use dismantling
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe act of dismantling something — taking it apart piece by piece.
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- Plural
- dismantlings
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Frequently asked questions
What does “dismantling” mean?
The word “dismantling” means the process of taking something apart or breaking it down. In plain terms, the act of dismantling something — taking it apart piece by piece.
How do you use “dismantling” in a sentence?
Here is “dismantling” used in a sentence: “The dismantling of the old factory took several months.”
What part of speech is “dismantling”?
“Dismantling” is a noun.
Is “dismantling” a common word?
“Dismantling” is an uncommon word in modern English.
