Meaning Of The Word Divest

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What's The Definition Of Divest?

divest
verb: If you divest yourself of something that you own or are responsible for, you get rid of it or stop being responsible for it.

divest in American English
to strip of clothing, equipment, etc.
transitive verb: to strip of clothing, ornament, etc.

divest in British English
verb: to strip (of clothes)

divest in Finance
verb: If you divest yourself of an asset, you get rid of it, usually by selling it.

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