disconnect

/dɪskəˈnɛkt//dɪskəˈnɛkt/
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noun

1. A break or interruption in an existing connection, continuum, or process; disconnection.

2. A switch used to isolate a portion of an electrical circuit.

3. A lack of connection or accord; a mismatch.

"There's a disconnect between what they think is happening and what is really going on."

4. The deliberate severing of ties with family, friends, etc. considered antagonistic towards Scientology.

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verb

1. To sever or interrupt a connection.

2. Of a person, to become detached or withdrawn.

3. To remove the connection between an appliance and an electrical power source.

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