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Meaning of dislodge
to remove or force something out of a position or situation
Etymology of dislodge
The word "dislodge" originates from the Old French words "des" meaning "from" or "out of" and "loger" meaning "to lodge" or "to place", with the prefix "dis-" indicating removal or reversal, and has been in use since the 15th century to describe the act of removing or forcing something out of a position or situation
Synonyms
Definitions
- to remove or force something out of a position or situation
- * to officially remove someone from a position of power or authority
Usage Examples
- The firefighters worked to dislodge the wreckage from the accident
- * The company's board of directors voted to dislodge the CEO due to poor performance
- * The hikers had to dislodge a large rock that was blocking their path