dislodge

/dɪsˈlɒdʒ/

Definitions

1. verb

to force or cause something to come out of a place or position

“The strong winds dislodged the branches from the tree.”

2. verb

to remove someone or something from a position or situation

“The new employee had to dislodge the incumbent from his position.”

3. noun

the act of forcing or causing something to come out of a place or position

“The dislodgment of the rock was a major accomplishment for the team.”

4. noun

the act of removing someone or something from a position or situation

“The dislodgment of the old government was a necessary step towards change.”

Synonyms

  • evict
  • oust

Antonyms

  • embed
  • install