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to disconnect
01
to break the connection between people, objects, devices etc.
Transitive: to disconnect sth from sth
Examples
She disconnected the garden hose from the outdoor faucet after finishing watering the plants.
After the performance, the musician disconnected the microphone from the stand and returned it to its case.
1.1
to detach a piece of equipment from its power supply
Transitive: to disconnect a device from a power source
Examples
The technician carefully disconnected the computer monitor from the power supply before performing maintenance on it.
In order to ensure safety, the electrician disconnected the malfunctioning appliance from the power supply.
1.2
to stop the supply of a household to gas, water, phone, etc., usually because the owner failed to pay the bills
Transitive: to disconnect a household facility
Examples
The utility company threatened to disconnect their electricity if they did n't settle their overdue bills.
The water company disconnected their service after multiple notices about unpaid bills were ignored.
1.3
to break a telephone conversation between two people
Transitive: to disconnect a call
Examples
I accidentally disconnected the call when I pressed the wrong button on my phone.
He decided to disconnect the call after realizing he dialed the wrong number.
02
to sever or interrupt a connection or link
Transitive: to disconnect a connection
Examples
She disconnected the Wi-Fi to prevent any interruptions during her presentation.
The server went down when the network was accidentally disconnected.
Disconnect
01
a gap in understanding or agreement
Examples
There 's a clear disconnect between management and staff.
The film 's tone created a disconnect with the audience.
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