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decouple

[diːˈkʊpəɫ]

Meanings
  • Verb

    Separate two or more things that were previously connected, especially in order to improve efficiency or independence.


Rhymes
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double , triple , mable , table
Variants
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decouple , decoupled , decouples , decoupling
Forms
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decouples, decoupling, decoupled


Etymology
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From the French découpler, from dé- 'off' + coupler 'join'.


Trivia
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  1. Decoupling was a key concept in the design of the Apollo spacecraft.

  2. Decoupling is used in music to separate different tracks during recording and mixing.

  3. Decoupling is an important concept in the design of complex computer systems.


Related Concepts
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  1. modularization: The process of breaking down a system into smaller, independent modules or components.

  2. systems theory: A theoretical framework for understanding complex systems and their interactions.


Culture
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Decoupling is a concept used in various fields, including engineering, economics, and organizational studies. In engineering, decoupling is used to reduce the impact of one system on another, improving system performance and stability. In economics, decoupling refers to the process of reducing dependence on a particular resource or country. In organizational studies, decoupling refers to the separation of different functions or departments within an organization.

How to Memorize "decouple"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize two connected objects being separated, like uncoupling a train from a locomotive.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word with the idea of separating or disconnecting.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic using the acronym D-E-C-O-U-P-L-E: Disconnect, Evaluate, Create, Optimize, Plan, Link, Evaluate.


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