Meaning of dishevel in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /dəˈʃɛv(ə)l/

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  1. Verb

    dishevel

    Etymology

    probably a back-formation from disheveled

    Definitions

    1. disarrange or rumple

    Examples

    • « dishevel »
    • « The strong wind tousled my hair »

    Derived terms

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