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defused

/dɪˈfjuːzd/ verb · British & US
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What does defused mean?

verb

To remove or neutralize a bomb or explosive device, or to calm or reduce a tense or explosive situation. To remove the explosive or unstable element from something.

Example

"The bomb squad managed to defuse the device without triggering it."

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