declutch

[ dee-kluhch ]

verb (used without object)

1. to release a clutch.

declutch

/ dɪˈklʌtʃ /

verb

1. intr to disengage the clutch of a motor vehicle

Word History and Origins

Origin of declutch¹

de- + clutch ¹

Example Sentences

The artificer in charge of the motors acted promptly on the order to declutch and then reverse.

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