disengage

• 动词，表示脱离、断开或退出某事物，例如断开连接、解除义务或脱离参与。

A verb used to indicate the act of releasing, detaching, or withdrawing from something, such as a connection, engagement, or involvement.

1. Release or detachB2formal

   To release or separate something from something else, especially a part of a machine or mechanism.

   脱开

   • He disengaged the clutch before shifting gears.
   • The safety mechanism automatically disengages when the door is closed.
   • She disengaged the lock and opened the gate.

   同义词detachdisconnectreleaseseparateuncoupleundounfastenunhook

   反义词attachconnectcoupleengagefastenjoinlinksecure

2. Withdraw from involvementB2formal

   To stop being involved in a situation, activity, or relationship.

   退出

   • The company decided to disengage from the unprofitable market.
   • He tried to disengage from the heated argument.
   • It's important to disengage from work during the weekend.

   同义词detachdisconnectextricatefreeloosenreleaseseparateuncoupleuntanglewithdraw

   反义词engageinvolveparticipate

3. Military withdrawalC1formalpolitical

   To withdraw troops from a battle or area of conflict.

   撤离交战区

   • The general ordered the troops to disengage from the front line.
   • Both sides agreed to disengage and begin peace talks.
   • The forces disengaged after a brief skirmish.

   同义词fall backpull outretireretreatwithdraw

   反义词assaultattackengage