disengage

[ˌdɪsɪnˈɡeɪdʒ]

disengage Definition

  • 1to separate or release something from being attached or connected to something else
  • 2to stop being involved in a situation or relationship

Using disengage: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "disengage" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The pilot was forced to disengage the autopilot and take manual control of the plane.

  • Example

    He tried to disengage himself from the argument.

  • Example

    The company decided to disengage from the project due to financial constraints.

disengage Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for disengage

Phrases with disengage

  • to stop paying attention to something

    Example

    I need to disengage my attention from social media and focus on my studies.

  • to end a relationship or association with someone

    Example

    She had to disengage herself from her toxic ex-boyfriend.

  • disengage the clutch

    to release the clutch pedal in a vehicle, allowing the engine to run without transmitting power to the transmission

    Example

    Before shifting gears, you need to disengage the clutch.

Origins of disengage

from Old French 'desengager', meaning 'to release from obligation'

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Summary: disengage in Brief

'Disengage' [ˌdɪsɪnˈɡeɪdʒ] means to separate or release something from being attached or connected to something else, or to stop being involved in a situation or relationship. Examples include 'The pilot was forced to disengage the autopilot and take manual control of the plane.' and 'He tried to disengage himself from the argument.' Phrases include 'disengage one's attention,' 'disengage oneself from someone,' and 'disengage the clutch.'

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