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disconnection

[ dis-kuh-nek-shuhn ]

noun

  1. the act of disconnecting.
  2. the state of being disconnected; disconnected; lack of connection.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of disconnection1

First recorded in 1725–35; dis- 1 + connection

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Example Sentences

In other words, in females there is a disconnection between physical and psychological sexual arousal.

This prescription of selective disconnection, in different forms, has worked for many successful people I know.

A transfer of control is essential after a disconnection from the autopilot.

Outsized ego, insecurity, hubris, and a complete disconnection from reality are big—if diametrically opposed—contenders.

And he argues that his comments on CNN about disconnection have been mischaracterized.

Would then make the necessary disconnection and proceed on one side.

In this case a set of valves or dampers permits the disconnection of the fan or its connection with the ash-pit.

The lighting of both lamps associated with a cord circuit is a signal to the operator for disconnection.

It remains now only to secure the disconnection of the subscribers after they are through talking.

Prompt disconnection was improved enormously by the introduction of relay manual boards.

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