Detached or apart (from something)
“This will involve reducing the size of the particles to a degree that will cause the valuable minerals to become physically disengaged from the gangue.”
Idle, not busy or occupied with work or activity
“Once these young people have become disengaged from work and study, it is much harder for some to get back in.”
Not involved or committed to a group or activity
Released or dismissed from duty or a role
In an idle state due to not being used or employed
Empty or not occupied
Having been laid off from a job
Past tense for to untie or unfasten something tied or fastened
“But without being able to see the moving parts, I have no idea how to disengage the lock.”
Past tense for to set free, especially from entanglement or difficulty
“I cast myself upon the ground and sought to disengage the manacles of my soul.”
Past tense for to leave or withdraw from a commitment or responsibility
“Individuals from both universities and communities who do not find their goals met tend to disengage from the partnership.”
Past tense for to keep apart or separate from others
Past tense for to turn or switch off (something)
Past tense for to retreat from something frightening or dangerous
Past tense for to put a body part, such as a bone or joint, out of its usual place
Past tense for to abstain or remain apart by choice, as in not participating, hiking, leaning out, or opting out
Past tense for to remove or take out, especially with effort or force
Past tense for to cut or trim to a short length, especially hair
Past tense for to disburden or free oneself of someone or something that is unwanted
Past tense for to become less serious or severe
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