Deactivate Definition & Meaning

deactivate
verb
  1. remove from active military status or reassign; "The men were deactivated after five years of service"
  2. make inactive; "they deactivated the file"

"Deactivate" in song lyrics

See how deactivate is used in real songs:

  • "I miggedy-make the Wonder Twins deactivate"
    Das EFX — Mic Checka
  • "aol deactivate"
    AOL — AOL
  • "aol spyware protection deactivate"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "deactivate"

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