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disabled

[dɪsˈeɪbəɫd]

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verb

To render unable; to take away an ability of, as by crippling.

Examples :

"The accident disabled her ability to walk for several months. "

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verb

(chiefly of a person) To impair the physical or mental abilities of; to cause a serious, permanent injury.

Examples :

"Falling off the horse disabled him."

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verb

To deactivate, to make inoperational (especially of a function of an electronic or mechanical device).

Examples :

"The pilot had to disable the autopilot of his airplane."

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noun

One who is disabled. (often used collectively as the disabled, but sometimes also singular)

Examples :

"The disabled community organized a fundraising event for a new recreation center. "

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adjective

Made incapable of use or action.

Examples :

"The faulty wiring in the old projector made the equipment disabled, so we couldn't use it in class. "

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adjective

Having a disability.

Examples :

"My grandfather is disabled; he uses a wheelchair. "

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adjective

Legally disqualified.

Examples :

"The student was disabled from participating in the field trip due to a medical condition. "