Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dismantle

verb
/dɪsˈmæn.tl/
Definition
To take something apart so that it is in pieces.
Examples
  • We need to dismantle the old machinery before installing the new one.
  • After the event, volunteers helped to dismantle the stage.
  • The team decided to dismantle their solar panels for maintenance.
Meaning
Dismantling usually refers to the process of disassembling a structure or an object, often to inspect, repair, or dispose of it.
Synonyms
  • Take apart
  • Disassemble
  • Deconstruct
  • Strip down