unman

//ʌnˈmæn//
C2Frequency Level 12Literary
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Verb

unmanInfinitive
unmanPresent tense
unmannedPast tense
unmannedPast participle
unmanningPresent participle
unmansThird-person singular
1

To deprive of manly qualities such as courage, strength, or self-control; to cause to lose composure or resolve.

The tragic news unmanned him completely, leaving him unable to speak.

2

To deprive of men or crew, especially a ship or fortification.

The admiral decided to unman the damaged ship before it sank.

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