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to disable
01
to prevent someone or something from being able to perform a specific action or function
Transitive: to disable a function
Examples
Governments may disable specific services during times of crisis for public safety.
Disabling a computer's firewall may expose it to potential cyber threats.
02
to impair or restrict someone's physical or mental abilities
Transitive: to disable a person or their abilities
Examples
The car accident disabled him for several months due to a severe leg injury.
The stroke disabled her speech and left her with limited mobility on her right side.
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