Dismember (verb)

  1. To cut off or separate the limbs or members of a body.
  2. To divide a large unit or entity into smaller parts, typically in a way that reduces its power or effectiveness.

Origin:

From the old french word "desmembrer" which means to cut into pieces.

Examples:

  1. The criminal was caught and punished for dismembered the body of his victim.
  2. The earthquake caused the building to collapse and dismembered several families.
  3. The government dismembered the corporation by selling off its assets.
  4. The company was dismembered into smaller entities to increase efficiency.
  5. The group of rebels dismembered the army and captured the city.
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