defuse
—defuse /ˌdiːˈfjuːz/
Ⅰ verb [T] (BOMB) ↑Verb Endings for defuse ► F0 to prevent a bomb from exploding: » Bomb disposal experts have defused a 110-pound bomb at Victoria Station.Thesaurus+: ↑Calming and relaxingThesaurus+: ↑Bombs and missiles
Ⅱ verb [T] (DIFFICULT SITUATION) ↑Verb Endings for defuse ► F0 to make a difficult or dangerous situation calmer by reducing or removing its cause: » The two groups will meet next week to try to defuse the crisis/situation/tension.Thesaurus+: ↑Calm and relaxed |