Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
prescind
verb
/prɪˈsɪnd/
Definition
to set aside or exclude from consideration; to cut off or detach from something.
Examples
- In order to better focus on the main argument, the speaker decided to prescind from any irrelevant details.
- She prescinded from the debate, choosing instead to take a break from the discussions.
Meaning
To prescind means to disregard or remove from consideration, typically in the context of a discussion or analysis.
Synonyms
- disregard
- ignore
- set aside
- exclude
