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to disqualify
01
to make someone or something not fit or suitable for a particular position or activity
Transitive: to disqualify sb/sth
Examples
The horse 's broken leg effectively disqualified it from future racing events that season.
Failing the medical exam disqualifies applicants from overseas postings.
02
to officially take away someone's right to do something for violating a rule
Transitive: to disqualify sth
Examples
The swimmer was disqualified from the race for a false start.
He was disqualified from the race for taking performance-enhancing drugs.
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