Definition

To get off or down from something, like a horse or a vehicle.

Example

After the ride, she decided to dismount from the horse carefully.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Hey, do you know how to dismount properly from a bike?

Yeah, just make sure to put one foot on the ground first.

That sounds easy enough! I always worry about falling when I dismount.

Just take it slow, and you'll be fine.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

The action of getting off something, especially a horse or gymnastic apparatus, usually landing on both feet.

Example

After finishing the routine, the gymnast performed a perfect dismount.

Conversation

Did you see how she practiced her dismount from the balance beam?

Yeah, it was really impressive!

I can't believe how graceful her dismount was.

Definition

To get off or take down from something, like a horse or a vehicle.

Example

She decided to dismount from her bicycle before crossing the busy street.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I need to dismount my bike before we head inside.

Good idea! It's safer that way.

Yeah, I always forget to dismount properly in a hurry.

Root Explanation

Dismount → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning down or away) and "mount" (from Old French *monter*, meaning to climb or ascend). The word "dismount" means to come down from a height or to get off something that has been mounted.

Memory Tip

Think of coming 'down' ('dis-') from something you have 'climbed' ('mount') — that's why dismount means to get off or come down.

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