Definitions
- (verb)cause to become detached or separated; take off“detach the skin from the chicken before you eat it”
- (verb)come to be detached“His retina detached and he had to be rushed into surgery”
- (verb)separate (a small unit) from a larger, especially for a special assignment“detach a regiment”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "detach"?
Common synonyms for "detach" include come away, come off. Our thesaurus lists 2 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What is the opposite of "detach"?
Antonyms for "detach" include attach. Use opposites in songwriting to create contrast, tension, or surprise within a verse.
What does "detach" mean?
cause to become detached or separated; take off Example: "detach the skin from the chicken before you eat it"
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