detach
2 ENTRIES FOUND:
detaches;
detached;
detaching
detaches;
detached;
detaching
Britannica Dictionary definition of DETACH
1
:
to separate (something) from something larger
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opposite attach
[+ object]
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Detach the upper part of the form and return it with your payment.
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During the accident the trailer was detached from the car.
[no object]
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The brush detaches from the vacuum cleaner for easy cleaning.
2
[+ object]
:
to separate (yourself) from someone or something
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It can be difficult to detach yourself from the chaos of the situation.
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She has been trying to detach herself from an abusive relationship.
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The stereo is equipped with detachable speakers.
