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Disengage: meaning, definitions and examples

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disengage

 

[ ˌdɪs.ɪnˈɡeɪdʒ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

in a conversation

To withdraw from a conversation or interaction, often due to lack of interest or disagreement.

Synonyms

detach, disconnect, withdraw

Examples of usage

  • He decided to disengage from the argument and walk away.
  • She tends to disengage when the topic becomes too controversial.
Context #2 | Verb

in a mechanical context

To release or detach a mechanism or part from another.

Synonyms

detach, release, separate

Examples of usage

  • The emergency button allows you to disengage the machine quickly.
  • You need to disengage the clutch before changing gears.

Translations

Translations of the word "disengage" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desengatar

🇮🇳 अलग करना

🇩🇪 lösen

🇮🇩 melepaskan

🇺🇦 відчепити

🇵🇱 odłączyć

🇯🇵 解除する (kaijo suru)

🇫🇷 détacher

🇪🇸 desconectar

🇹🇷 ayırmak

🇰🇷 해제하다 (haejehada)

🇸🇦 فصل

🇨🇿 odpojit

🇸🇰 odpojiť

🇨🇳 脱离 (tuōlí)

🇸🇮 odklopiti

🇮🇸 aftengja

🇰🇿 ажырату

🇬🇪 გათიშვა

🇦🇿 ayırmaq

🇲🇽 desconectar

Etymology

The word 'disengage' has its origins in Middle French 'desengager', meaning 'to release from obligation'. It entered the English language in the 17th century. Over time, it evolved to encompass a broader range of meanings related to detachment and separation.

See also: disengageable, disengaged, disengagement, engage, engaged, engagement, engager, engaging, engagingly.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,996, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.