Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

decouple

verb
/dɪˈkʌpəl/
Definition
To separate or disengage two things that are typically linked or interconnected.
Examples
  • By implementing new software, we aim to decouple the user interface from the backend services.
  • The research project intends to decouple economic growth from environmental damage.
Meaning
Decoupling refers to the process of removing the connection or relationship between two items, allowing them to function independently.
Synonyms
  • disconnect
  • detach
  • separate
  • disengage