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Meaning of detach

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

detach

Pronunciation:/dəˈtætʃ//dɪˈtætʃ//dɪˈtætʃ/

verb

Definitions

  1. To take apart from; to take off.

    Example: to detach the tag from a newly purchased garment

  2. To separate for a special object or use.

    Example: to detach a ship from a fleet, or a company from a regiment

  3. To come off something.

    Example: Now that the zipper has detached, my winter coat won't keep me very warm.