Disengage

Pronunciation: /dɪsɪnˈɡeɪdʒ/

Disengage (verb)

  1. To stop taking part in something and move away from it.
  2. To move things apart so they are no longer connected or working together.
  3. To remove a person or group from a system of control, duty, or responsibility.

Examples

  • She disengaged from the project after the conflict.
  • They disengaged from the meeting when the noise started.