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Dismantle: meaning, definitions and examples

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dismantle

 

[ dɪsˈmæntəl ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

to take apart

To dismantle means to take apart or demolish something into its separate parts. It often involves breaking down a structure or object systematically.

Synonyms

deconstruct, disassemble, take apart

Examples of usage

  • The old factory was dismantled to make way for a new shopping mall.
  • He dismantled the engine to repair the faulty parts.
Context #2 | Verb

to destroy

To dismantle can also mean to destroy or put an end to an organization, system, or process.

Synonyms

abolish, destroy, disrupt

Examples of usage

  • The new CEO wanted to dismantle the outdated management structure.
  • The peace treaty aimed to dismantle the nuclear arsenal.

Translations

Translations of the word "dismantle" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desmontar

🇮🇳 विघटित करना

🇩🇪 demontieren

🇮🇩 membongkar

🇺🇦 демонтувати

🇵🇱 zdemontować

🇯🇵 解体する (kaitai suru)

🇫🇷 démonter

🇪🇸 desmantelar

🇹🇷 sökmek

🇰🇷 해체하다 (haechehada)

🇸🇦 تفكيك (tafkīk)

🇨🇿 demontovat

🇸🇰 demontovať

🇨🇳 拆卸 (chāixiè)

🇸🇮 razstaviti

🇮🇸 taka í sundur

🇰🇿 бөлшектеу

🇬🇪 დემონტაჟი (demont’aži)

🇦🇿 sökmək

🇲🇽 desmantelar

Etymology

The word 'dismantle' originated from the Middle French word 'desmanteler', which meant 'to tear down a tower'. It entered the English language in the late 16th century. The prefix 'dis-' implies reversal or negation, while 'mantle' refers to a cloak or covering. Over time, 'dismantle' evolved to signify the act of taking something apart, either physically or metaphorically.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,982, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.