disconnection
|dis/con/nec/tion|
/ˌdɪs.kəˈnɛk.ʃən/
(disconnect)
not connected
Etymology
'disconnection' originates from the Latin word 'dis-' meaning 'apart' and 'connectere' meaning 'to join together'.
'disconnection' evolved from the Old French word 'desconection' and eventually became the modern English word 'disconnection'.
Initially, it meant 'to separate or detach', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a lack of connection or coherence'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state of being disconnected or detached.
The disconnection of the power supply caused a blackout.
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Noun 2
a lack of connection or coherence between things.
There was a disconnection between the two theories.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39