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disassemble

[ˌdɪsəˈsɛmbl]

disassemble Definition

  • 1to take something apart into its separate pieces
  • 2to dismantle a machine or structure

Using disassemble: Examples

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

  • Example

    He disassembled the engine to see what was wrong with it.

  • Example

    The furniture is easy to disassemble and move.

  • Example

    The team will disassemble the stage after the concert.

disassemble Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for disassemble

Antonyms for disassemble

Phrases with disassemble

  • to take something apart so that it can be shipped more easily

    Example

    We had to disassemble the bed frame for shipping.

  • to take apart a bomb in order to render it harmless

    Example

    The bomb squad carefully disassembled the device.

  • to take apart a gun for cleaning or repair

    Example

    He disassembled his rifle and cleaned it thoroughly.

Origins of disassemble

from Old French 'desassembler', from Latin 'dis-' (apart) + 'assimulare' (to make like)

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Summary: disassemble in Brief

To 'disassemble' [ˌdɪsəˈsɛmbl] means to take something apart into its separate pieces, often to repair or move it. It can also refer to dismantling a machine or structure. Examples include 'He disassembled the engine to see what was wrong with it,' and 'The team will disassemble the stage after the concert.' Synonyms include 'dismantle,' 'take apart,' 'break down,' and 'deconstruct.'

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