dislodge
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verb \(ˌ)dis-ˈläj\Definition of DISLODGE
transitive verb
1
: to drive from a position of hiding, defense, or advantage
2
: to force out of a secure or settled position <dislodged the rock with a shovel>
intransitive verb
: to leave a place previously occupied
— dis·lodg·ment or dis·lodge·ment noun
See Examples of DISLODGE
- The earthquake dislodged several boulders from the cliff.
- He kicked at the stone to dislodge it.
- The army has dislodged enemy forces from their stronghold.
Origin of DISLODGE
Middle English disloggen, from Anglo-French *desloger, from des- dis- + loger to find lodging for, encamp, from loge shelter — more at lodge
First Known Use: 15th century
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