English Explanatory Dictionary

disconnect

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To sever or interrupt a connection.
  2. To remove the connection between an appliance and an electrical power source.
  3. Of a person, to become detached or withdrawn.
noun
  1. A break or interruption in an existing connection, continuum, or process; disconnection.
  2. A switch used to isolate a portion of an electrical circuit.
  3. A lack of connection or accord; a mismatch.
  4. The deliberate severing of ties with family, friends, etc. considered antagonistic towards Scientology.

Pronunciation

/dɪskəˈnɛkt/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-disconnect (verb).wav LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-disconnect.wav /ˈdɪskənɛkt/

Word forms

disconnect disconnects disconnecting disconnected

Etymology

From dis- + connect.

Synonyms

decouple detach disconnect disengage rip off tear off unconnect uncouple unfasten unhitch disconnector

Antonyms

adhere join connect

Related words

liberate release misconnect

Derived words

disconnectable disconnective loop disconnect dialing
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