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divest definition

di·vest (də vest′, dī-)

transitive verb

  1. to strip of clothing, equipment, etc.
  2. to deprive or dispossess of rank, rights, etc.
  3. to disencumber or rid of something unwanted
  4. Law devest

Etymology: altered < devest

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