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disable

Pronunciation: [dɪsˈeɪbəl]

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Learn how to use disable in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “ability”

(verb) to make someone or something unable to do something. This means removing a skill or the ability to perform a task. For example, if you break a toy, you may disable it because it can’t work anymore.

Example

The new medicine helped to disable the pain, making her feel better.

Example

The accident did not disable his ability to play soccer; he continues to excel.

Example

What can disable a computer so it doesn’t work properly?

Context: “technology”

(verb) to turn off or stop a function or feature in a device or system. For example, if you disable a phone’s internet, it won’t connect to Wi-Fi or mobile data anymore.

Example

I decided to disable the notifications on my phone to avoid distractions.

Example

Disabling the alarm did not stop me from waking up early.

Example

How do you disable the security features on this app?

How to pronounce disable

Pronunciation: [dɪsˈeɪbəl]

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