Definition

To move away from a place or position, often after being stuck or held in place.

Example

The bird tried to dislodge the twig from its nest.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear that loud noise outside?

Yeah, it sounded like something might dislodge from the trees.

I hope nothing falls on our car!

Me too! Let's go check it out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To remove something from its place or position, often by using force.

Example

The strong wind was able to dislodge the branches from the tree.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I tried to move that old cabinet, but it wouldn't budge.

Maybe you need to dislodge it first; it's probably stuck.

That makes sense! I guess I should check for any screws holding it in place.

Root Explanation

Dislodge → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart) and "lodgere" (from Old French, meaning to place or to lodge). The word describes the act of removing something from its place or position.

Memory Tip

Think of something being 'removed' ('dis-') from where it was 'placed' ('lodgere') — that's why dislodge means to take something out of its position.

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