Definition of Dislocate
Dislocate
dis·lo·cate


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(verb)
To put out of its usual place or position, especially a bone from a joint.

e.g. The athlete's shoulder dislocated during the game, requiring immediate medical attention.

(verb)
broadly, to disrupt or disturb something and change its usual character, order/organization, or connections;

e.g. Her injury will dislocate their plans for going on vacation.



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