manually-disconnected
|man-u-al-ly-dis-con-nect-ed|
B2
/ˈmæn.ju.ə.li ˌdɪs.kəˈnɛktɪd/
(disconnect)
not connected
Etymology
Etymology Information
'disconnect' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'disconectere,' where 'dis-' meant 'apart' and 'connectere' meant 'to bind together.'
Historical Evolution
'disconectere' transformed into the Old French word 'desconecter,' and eventually became the modern English word 'disconnect' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to separate or unfasten,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to sever a connection.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
disconnected by hand or through manual intervention.
The technician manually-disconnected the power supply to ensure safety.
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Last updated: 2025/04/03 17:55