disincorporate

American  

[dis-in-kawr-puh-reyt] / ˌdɪs ɪnˈkɔr pəˌreɪt /

verb (used with object)

disincorporated, disincorporating

1. to remove from an incorporated state or status.

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verb (used without object)

disincorporated, disincorporating

1. to become removed from an incorporated state or status.

Other Word Forms

• disincorporation noun

Etymology

Origin of disincorporate

First recorded in 1690–1700; dis- ¹ + incorporate ¹

Example Sentences

Mount Union residents have been debating the issue for months since its City Council signaled its intent to disincorporate last spring.

From Washington Times

The decision to disincorporate follows failed lawsuits filed by the city against an organization that built and operates the city’s sewer system.

From Washington Times

Jurupa Valley could run out of money in two years and declared its intention to disincorporate earlier this year.

From Washington Times

He introduced a bill that would officially disincorporate the city and put an end to this little-known gravy train for lawyers, consultants and politicians.

From New York Times

Disincorporate, dis-in-kor′po-rāt, v.t. to deprive of corporate rights.—n.

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