detach
//dɪˈtætʃ//
Verb
detachInfinitive
detachPresent tense
detachedPast tense
detachedPast participle
detachingPresent participle
detachesThird-person singular
1
To separate or disconnect something from something else.
Please detach the cable from the computer before moving it.
2
To remove oneself emotionally or mentally from a situation or relationship.
She learned to detach herself from the stressful situation at work.
3
(Military) To send a group of soldiers or ships away from a larger group for a special purpose.
The commander detached a small unit to guard the bridge.