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DETACHING

(verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Detaching.

Detaching - as a verb

Cause to become detached or separated; take off

Example: "Detach the skin from the chicken before you eat it"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
disconnect15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
attach11

Separate (a small unit) from a larger, especially for a special assignment

Example: "Detach a regiment"

Come to be detached

Example: "His retina detached and he had to be rushed into surgery"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
come awaycome off
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
divide11part6separate10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
attach11

Example Sentences

"He had a detaching personality, making it difficult for others to connect with him."
"The detaching sensation of peeling off a band-aid was oddly satisfying."
"Her detaching attitude towards her work caused her to miss out on many opportunities."
"The detaching handle of the suitcase made it easier to carry."
"The detaching wallpaper revealed graffiti from a different era."
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Word Game Points

Is DETACHING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, detaching is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DETACHING has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is DETACHING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, detaching is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DETACHING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is DETACHING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, detaching is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DETACHING has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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