defuse
//dɪˈfjuːz//
Verb
defuseInfinitive
defusePresent tense
defusedPast tense
defusedPast participle
defusingPresent participle
defusesThird-person singular
1
To remove the fuse from an explosive device to prevent it from detonating.
The bomb squad carefully defused the explosive device.
2
To reduce the danger or tension in a difficult or volatile situation.
The manager tried to defuse the tension between the two employees.