Dismantle

Pronunciation: /dɪˈsmæntəl/

Dismantle (verb)

  1. To remove parts from something and separate them so it is no longer in one piece.
  2. To reduce or destroy how a system works by removing key parts or stopping its main functions.
  3. To take apart weapons or military equipment so they cannot be used.

Examples

  • She dismantles the old radio carefully.
  • They dismantle the machine carefully before cleaning it.