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defuse

UK
/dɪˈfjuːz/
US
/dɪˈfjuz/

Translations

defuseverb
defused
Past Simple
defused
Past Participle
defusing
Gerund
UK
/dɪˈfjuːz/
US
/dɪˈfjuz/
The technician was able to defuse the bomb safely.
Техник смог безопасно разрядить бомбу.
Synonyms
disarm
calm
alleviate
mitigate
dissipate
reduce
ease
Antonyms
detonate
ignite

Definitions

defuseverb
To remove the fuse from an explosive device in order to prevent it from exploding.
The bomb squad was called in to defuse the suspicious package found at the airport.
To make a situation less tense or dangerous.
The manager tried to defuse the argument between the two employees by suggesting a compromise.
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