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Vocabulary Entry
displacement
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
The act of moving something from its original position.
Example Sentences
"The displacement of the water in the glass was noticeable when I added the ice."
"The city experienced significant displacement after the natural disaster."
"The scientist studied the displacement of air caused by the moving vehicle."
V
verb
To move something from its place or position.
Example Sentences
"The workers must displace the furniture before painting the room."
"Heavy machinery can displace large amounts of soil."
"In the experiment, they will displace the liquid to measure the volume."
A
adjective
Describing something that has been moved from its original position.
Example Sentences
"The displaced population sought refuge in neighboring countries."
"The displaced artifacts were stored in a safe location."
"His displaced enthusiasm was evident after the changes in the plan."