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defused
 

Definitions from WordNet

Verb defuse has 1 sense
  1. defuse - remove the triggering device from
    --1 is one way to     remove, take, take away, withdraw
    Antonyms: fuse
    Derived form: noun defusing1
    Sample sentence:
    Somebody ----s something

Definitions from the Web

  1. Part of Speech: Verb
  2. Sense: To make less dangerous, tense, or hostile.
  3. Usage: The bomb squad defused the explosive device.
  4. Example Sentence: The negotiator's skillful approach defused the escalating conflict.

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  1. Part of Speech: Adjective
  2. Sense: Made less intense or harmful.
  3. Usage: The emergency measures taken by the government defused the crisis.
  4. Example Sentence: The defused situation allowed for a peaceful resolution.

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