degarnish

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It's a recognised English word, but it isn't in the official NASPA Scrabble word list.

Pronunciation

/dɪˈɡɑː(ɹ)nɪʃ/

Definition of degarnish

2 senses · 1 part of speech · etymology included

verb

To strip or deprive entirely, as of furniture, ornaments, etc.; to disgarnish.

“to degarnish a house”

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verb

To strip or deprive entirely, as of furniture, ornaments, etc.; to disgarnish.

“to degarnish a house”
To deprive of a garrison, or of troops necessary for defence.

“to degarnish a city or fort”
“1780 August 22, George Washington, letter to Governor Trumbull West point , which post is now almost entirely degarnished”

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From French dégarnir. See garnish, and compare disgarnish.

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