detached


Definition: Meaning of, detached in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / dɪˈtatʃt /

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  1. not reacting to or becoming involved in something in an emotional way
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  2. especially British English a detached house or garage is not joined to another building
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detached used in phrases

  • detached house (noun)
    1. a house that stands alone
  • detached retina (noun)
    1. visual impairment resulting from the retina becoming separated from the choroid in the back of the eye; treated by photocoagulation
  • semi-detached (adjective)
    1. a semi-detached house is joined to another house on one side [↪  detached, terraced]
  • semi-detached house (noun)
    1. a house that is attached to another house on only one side
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