American English
/dɪs.kəˈnɛkt̚/
3 syllables · Stress the third syllable.
to remove a physical or electronic connection between two things
Practice out loudto remove a physical or electronic connection between two things
Disconnect the printer from the computer.
Disconnect the charger before cleaning the phone.
disconnect the cable · disconnect the device · disconnect from the network
disconnect + something + from + something
disconnect from + something
to make a phone, internet, or other active connection stop
The call was disconnected after ten minutes.
The company disconnected his service for nonpayment.
disconnect a call · disconnect service · get disconnected
disconnect + a call
be disconnected
to stop feeling involved with people, work, or what is happening
I disconnect from work on weekends.
After the argument, he disconnected from his friends.
For a mental or social break, use disconnect from something: I need to disconnect from work. Do not say disconnect work.
disconnect from work · disconnect from social media · disconnect from reality
disconnect from + something
disconnect yourself from + something
a lack of connection or agreement between two people, ideas, or facts
There is a disconnect between the team's plans and its actions.
The survey revealed a disconnect between what customers want and what the company offers.
a clear disconnect · a disconnect between words and actions · a disconnect in communication
a disconnect between + A + and + B
there is a disconnect between + A + and + B
stop thinking about or doing work for a while
I try to disconnect from work after six o'clock.
a lack of agreement or connection between two things
There is a disconnect between the company's message and its actions.