disengage

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A circular movement of the blade that avoids the opponent's parry
verb
  1. To release or loosen from something that binds, entangles, holds, or interlocks.

Pronunciation

/ˌdɪsɪŋˈɡeɪd͡ʒ/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-disengage.wav

Word forms

disengage disengages disengaging disengaged

Etymology

From Middle French désengager ; dis- + engage.

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