Disentangling

/ˌdɪsɛnˈtæŋɡlɪŋ/ verb

Definition

Present participle of 'disentangle'; the ongoing process of freeing from entanglement or making clear.

Etymology

From disentangle + -ing, the gerund/present participle suffix that turns verbs into continuous actions or nouns. This form is used to describe ongoing or habitual actions.

Kelly Says

The -ing form 'disentangling' appears often in descriptions of processes that take time and effort—'the disentangling of the conspiracy' sounds more serious and complex than just 'untangling,' implying careful, deliberate work.

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