Definition

To remove the head from a body or to separate copies of printed materials.

Example

The ancient ritual involved the act to decollate the defeated enemy.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see how they need to decollate those printouts for the meeting?

Yeah, I heard it makes it easier to distribute them.

I always thought it was such a tedious task to decollate everything.

It is, but at least it keeps things organized for everyone.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Decollate is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "collare" (meaning to collar or to bind). The word describes the act of removing or cutting off the head, as if taking away the collar that binds it.

Memory Tip

Think of 'removing' ('de-') something that 'binds' ('collare') — that's why decollate means to cut off the head.

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