verb ·2 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Verb

1. 1
   for the pantograph or trolley pole, etc to become unintentionally detached from or entangled with the overhead lines such that the power to the vehicle is lost. intransitive, usually
2. 2
   To remove wires from something; to dismantle a system of overhead lines.

Antonyms

All antonyms

rewirewire

Etymology

From de- + wire.

Related phrases

overhead linetrolley pole

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