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Meaning of disconnect

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

disconnect

Pronunciation:/dɪskəˈnɛkt/

noun

Definitions

  1. A break or interruption in an existing connection, continuum, or process; disconnection.

  2. A switch used to isolate a portion of an electrical circuit.

  3. A lack of connection or accord; a mismatch.

    Example: There's a disconnect between what they think is happening and what is really going on.

  4. The deliberate severing of ties with family, friends, etc. considered antagonistic towards Scientology.

verb

Definitions

  1. To sever or interrupt a connection.

  2. Of a person, to become detached or withdrawn.

  3. To remove the connection between an appliance and an electrical power source.