decouple
/diːˈkʌpəl/
verb
- To separate or disconnect two things that were previously linked or connected.
- In the experiment, they decoupled the heating element from the control unit.
- The new policy aims to decouple economic growth from environmental damage.
- The engineers decided to decouple the two systems to prevent interference.
- To end a close relationship or connection between two things, such as ideas, processes, or economies.
- It is difficult to decouple the concept of freedom from responsibility.
- Many countries are trying to decouple their economies from reliance on fossil fuels.
- The company wants to decouple its brand from the controversial celebrity.
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