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divests
verb(di-vest)
to deprive or dispossess especially of property, authority, or title
divests
verb(di-vest)
to undress or strip especially of clothing, ornament, or equipment
divests
verb(di-vest)
rid, free
divests
phrasal verb(di-vest)
to take (something) away from (someone or something else) : to cause (someone or something) to lose or give up (something) —often used as (be) divested of
divests
phrasal verb(di-vest)
to sell or give away (possessions, money, etc.) —old-fashioned when used of clothing

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