dismantle — to take apart or pull down a structure systematically
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to take apart or pull down a structure systematically
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪsˈmæntl/
Example Sentences
- My dad tried to dismantle the IKEA furniture but ended up with more pieces than when he started.
- The government plans to dismantle outdated regulations that hinder innovation.
- She systematically dismantled his argument with facts and logic.
dismantle
VERB[/dɪsˈmæntl/]
to take apart or pull down a structure systematically
Workers systematically dismantling playground structure
Remove the mantle, sit on the cantle, dismantle with care
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From French 'démanteler', derived from Old French 'manteler' (to cloak or cover), with the prefix 'de-' (remove) and the root 'mantel' (cloak/covering). The word originally referred to removing defensive structures like parapets from fortifications.
Breakdown
dis- (remove/reverse) + mantle (cloak/covering, from Old French mantel) = dismantle (to remove layer by layer, to take apart systematically)
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📝Examples
“My dad tried to dismantle the IKEA furniture but ended up with more pieces than when he started.”
“The government plans to dismantle outdated regulations that hinder innovation.”
“She systematically dismantled his argument with facts and logic.”
“The circus crew can dismantle the entire tent in under two hours.”
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