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Third Person
dismantles
Present Participle
dismantling
Past Tense
dismantled
Past Participle
dismantled
1
to take apart or disassemble a structure, machine, or object, breaking it down into its individual parts
transitive
- The mechanic had to dismantle the engine to identify and fix the issue.
- They decided to dismantle the old playground equipment and replace it with new structures.
- In order to recycle the materials, they needed to dismantle the outdated electronics.
- The construction crew had to dismantle the scaffolding once the building was complete.
- The scientists carefully dismantled the experimental setup to analyze the individual components.
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2
to remove or take apart clothing or covering from something or someone
transitive
- She dismantled the bed, stripping off the sheets and blankets for washing.
- She dismantled the old mannequin, removing its tattered garments to prepare it for a new display.
- The artist dismantled the sculpture, unveiling the intricate details hidden beneath the covering.
- The gardener dismantled the delicate plants, allowing them to soak in the sunlight.
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3
to take apart or destroy a structure or object
transitive
- The old factory was dismantled to make way for a new commercial development.
- The government decided to dismantle the abandoned building, as it posed a safety hazard to the community.
- The construction crew was hired to dismantle the dilapidated bridge and replace it with a modern one.
- The city council voted to dismantle the old playground and install new equipment for safer play.
- The homeowners hired a demolition crew to dismantle the condemned building on their property.
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