disencumber

[ˌdɪsɪnˈkʌmbər]

disencumber Definition

  • 1to free from a burden or impediment
  • 2to relieve of something burdensome

Using disencumber: Examples

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

  • Example

    He disencumbered himself of his backpack before starting the hike.

  • Example

    The company is trying to disencumber itself of its debt.

  • Example

    She disencumbered her mind of all worries and focused on the task at hand.

disencumber Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for disencumber

Antonyms for disencumber

Phrases with disencumber

  • to rid oneself of something that is burdensome or unwanted

    Example

    He decided to disencumber himself of all his possessions and live a minimalist lifestyle.

  • to remove any legal claims or encumbrances on a property

    Example

    Before selling the house, they had to disencumber the property of any liens or mortgages.

  • to clear one's mind of distractions or worries

    Example

    Meditation can help disencumber the mind and promote mental clarity.

Origins of disencumber

from Old French 'desencombrer', from 'des-' (expressing reversal) + 'encombrer' (to block up)

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Summary: disencumber in Brief

The verb 'disencumber' [ˌdɪsɪnˈkʌmbər] means to free from a burden or impediment, such as debt or possessions. It is often used in legal contexts, as in 'disencumber property,' and can also refer to clearing one's mind of distractions or worries, as in 'disencumber the mind.' Synonyms include 'unburden' and 'liberate.'