disarming
[ dis-ahr-ming ]
/ dɪsˈɑr mɪŋ /
adjective
removing or capable of removing hostility, suspicion, etc., as by being charming: a disarming smile.
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Definition for disarming (2 of 2)
disarm
[ dis-ahrm ]
/ dɪsˈɑrm /
verb (used with object)
to deprive of a weapon or weapons.
to remove the fuze or other actuating device from: to disarm a bomb.
to deprive of the means of attack or defense: The lack of logic disarmed his argument.
to divest or relieve of hostility, suspicion, etc.; win the affection or approval of; charm: His smile disarmed us.
verb (used without object)
to lay down one's weapons.
(of a country) to reduce or limit the size, equipment, armament, etc., of the army, navy, or air force.
Origin of disarm
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British Dictionary definitions for disarming (1 of 2)
disarming
/ (dɪsˈɑːmɪŋ) /
adjective
tending to neutralize or counteract hostility, suspicion, etc
Derived forms of disarming
disarmingly, adverbBritish Dictionary definitions for disarming (2 of 2)
disarm
/ (dɪsˈɑːm) /
verb
(tr)
to remove defensive or offensive capability from (a country, army, etc)
(tr)
to deprive of weapons
(tr)
to remove the triggering device of (a bomb, shell, etc)
(tr)
to win the confidence or affection of
(intr)
(of a nation, etc) to decrease the size and capability of one's armed forces
(intr)
to lay down weapons