Definition of 'disencumber'
verb
(transitive)
to free from encumbrances
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disencumberment (ˌdisenˈcumberment) noun
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(ˌdɪsenˈkʌmbər)
transitive verb
SYNONYMS disentangle, disembarrass, unburden.to free from a burden or other encumbrance; disburden
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