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DEFUSING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Defusing.

Defusing - as a noun

The act of deactivating or making ineffective (as a bomb)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
deactivation18

Defusing - as a verb

To remove the fuse from (a bomb, etc.).

To make less dangerous, tense, or hostile.

Example: "To defuse a hostage situation"

To disorder; to make shapeless.

Example Sentences

"The bomb squad is defusing the explosive device."
"The politician's speech aimed at defusing public concerns about the new policy."
"A sense of humor can be a powerful tool for defusing tension."
"The technician is skilled at defusing bombs."
"The negotiator succeeded in defusing the tense situation."
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Word Game Points

Is DEFUSING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, defusing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DEFUSING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is DEFUSING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, defusing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DEFUSING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is DEFUSING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, defusing is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DEFUSING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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