débrancher

Débrancher is a French verb that translates to "unplug" or "disconnect" in English. It is commonly used to describe the act of removing an electrical appliance from its power source, such as unplugging a lamp from the wall socket. The verb can also be used in a more figurative sense to denote disconnection from a network, a system, or even a relationship.

For instance, one might say "débrancher son téléphone" to mean unplugging one's phone. In a broader context, "se débrancher de la réalité" could imply withdrawing from the everyday world or disengaging from social interactions. The act of débrancher implies a cessation of function or connection that was previously active.

The term can also refer to the process of shutting down or discontinuing a service or program. For example, a company might decide to débrancher an outdated software system. The core meaning remains consistent: to remove from a state of connection or operation. This verb is a fundamental part of everyday French vocabulary, used in both literal and metaphorical contexts.