disqualify

dis·qual·i·fy

transitive verb \(ˌ)dis-ˈkwä-lə-ˌfī\

Definition of DISQUALIFY

1

: to deprive of the required qualities, properties, or conditions : make unfit

2

: to deprive of a power, right, or privilege

3

: to make ineligible for a prize or for further competition because of violations of the rules

Examples of DISQUALIFY

1. His poor eyesight disqualified him from becoming a pilot.

First Known Use of DISQUALIFY

1712

Rhymes with DISQUALIFY

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