Disconnected

Disconnected
Disconnect Dis`con*nect", v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Disconnected}; p. pr. & vb. n. {Disconnecting}.] To dissolve the union or connection of; to disunite; to sever; to separate; to disperse. [1913 Webster]

The commonwealth itself would . . . be disconnected into the dust and powder of individuality. --Burke. [1913 Webster]

This restriction disconnects bank paper and the precious metals. --Walsh. [1913 Webster]


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