dislocate
UK: dɪsˈləʊkeɪt | US: dɪsˈloʊkeɪt
vt. to displace a bone from its normal position in a joint
vt. to disrupt the normal arrangement or functioning of something
vt. to force someone or something to move from a familiar or established place
The word "dislocate" originates from Latin dislocare, combining dis- (indicating reversal or separation) and locare (to place). The root loc- derives from locus (place), reflecting the core idea of "moving out of place." Over time, it evolved in Middle English (via Old French disloquer) to specifically describe joint displacement, later expanding metaphorically to disruptions in systems or environments.
The fall dislocated his shoulder, requiring immediate medical attention.
The earthquake dislocated several underground pipelines.
Rapid urbanization has dislocated many traditional communities.
She carefully reset the dislocated bookshelf bracket.
The strike dislocated the company's production schedule for weeks.