Meaning of disable in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˌdɪsˈeɪb(ə)l/

    US accent Play button

    UK accent Play button

  1. Verb

    disable

    Definitions

    1. make unable to perform a certain action

    Examples

    • « disable this command on your computer »

    Antonyms

    Derived terms

  2. 2. injure permanently

    Examples

    • « He was disabled in a car accident »

    Derived terms

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