n.
1.the act of removing from association
2.a state in which some integrated part of a person's life becomes separated from the rest of the personality and functions independently
3.(chemistry) the temporary or reversible process in which a molecule or ion is broken down into smaller molecules or ions
Idiom of the Day
pins and needles
a tingling feeling in one's arms and legs, a feeling of excitement
I was on pins and needles all day as I waited to hear the results of the exam.