Dislodge
Verb
Definition: To forcefully remove or move someone or something from a position.
Synonyms: Remove, Eject, Oust
Antonyms: Secure, Settle, Install
Examples:
- The team managed to dislodge the stubborn boulder blocking the road.
- The protesters were forcibly dislodged from the premises by the police.
Mnemonics:
- "Dis-" suggests removal or separation, and "lodge" implies something being stuck or fixed.
Etymology:
Origin:
Middle English "disloggen", from Old French "deslogier", from des- (apart, away) + logier (lodge).
Historical Usage:The term originated in Middle English and has retained its basic meaning of removing or moving someone or something from a fixed location since then.
Related Idioms:
Idiom:
"Dislodge from one's comfort zone"
Explanation:To force or encourage someone to leave their familiar or comfortable surroundings or habits.
Misconceptions:
Misconception:
Confusing "dislodge" with "lodge" or "lodged".
Explanation:"Dislodge" is the act of removing or moving something from its place, whereas "lodge" or "lodged" refers to being stuck or fixed in a position.