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to dismantle
01
to take apart or disassemble a structure, machine, or object, breaking it down into its individual parts
Transitive: to dismantle a structure
Grammatical Information
Composition
derived
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
dismantle
3rd person singular
dismantles
Present participle
dismantling
Past simple
dismantled
Past participle
dismantled
Examples
The mechanic had to dismantle the engine to identify and fix the issue.
02
to remove or take apart clothing or covering from something or someone
Transitive: to dismantle clothing or covering
Examples
She dismantled the bed, stripping off the sheets and blankets for washing.
03
to take apart or destroy a structure or object
Transitive: to dismantle a building
Examples
The old factory was dismantled to make way for a new commercial development.
