verb
definition
To make something inactive or no longer effective
definition
To prevent the action of a biochemical agent (such as an enzyme)
definition
To remove a person or piece of hardware from active military service
Examples of deactivating in a Sentence
Players recommend deactivating your cheats before you save the game.
If you're unsure, consider deactivating the account first before you do anything permanent.
A handy tip is to have a backup power source dedicated to your alarm in case the would-be criminal disconnects your car's main battery, thus deactivating your alarm.
There are different types of fuses and thermal protectors that help in deactivating the heating system in case of any overheating occurs.
They believe that their lifespan is something that can be altered, and that by deactivating a component or changing a line of code, their maker can give them back a full human lifespan.
Follow the oil pipeline to the left after deactivating the energy field in the tunnel.