Definition

To cut or separate the limbs from a body or to break something into smaller parts.

Example

The horror movie featured a scene where the villain attempted to dismember his victim.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see that horror movie last night?

Yeah, it was so intense! I can't believe they showed someone dismember their victim.

I know, right? It was so graphic that I almost had to look away.

Same here! I usually don't mind gore, but that scene was extreme.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dismember → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart) and "membrum" (meaning limb). The word describes the act of taking limbs apart or separating them from the body.

Memory Tip

Imagine the action of taking limbs 'apart' ('dis-') — that's why dismember means to separate limbs.

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