detach

/dɪˈtætʃ/

Definitions

1. verb

to separate or disconnect something from something else

“The soldiers were ordered to detach from the main unit and proceed to the rear.”

2. verb

to remove or take away something that is attached or connected

“She detached the broken wheel from the car and replaced it with a new one.”

3. noun

an act of detaching

“The detach of the soldiers from the main unit was a challenging task.”

4. noun

a detachment of troops or personnel

“The detach of soldiers was sent to secure the border.”

Synonyms

  • disconnect
  • disengage
  • separate

Antonyms

  • attach
  • reconnect