Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
extricate
verb
/ˈekstrɪkeɪt/
Definition
To free or remove from a difficult or complicated situation.
Examples
- She tried to extricate herself from the awkward conversation.
- The rescue team worked hard to extricate the trapped miners.
Meaning
To disentangle or release someone or something from an impediment or entrapment.
Synonyms
- free
- release
- disentangle
- remove
