<p><strong>verb</strong></p><ul><li>(used with object) disconnected, disconnecting</li><li>To sever or interrupt the connection of or between; detach: They disconnected the telephone. We were disconnected.</li></ul><p><strong>noun</strong></p><ul><li>An act or instance of disconnecting, especially the suspension of telephone or cable TV service for nonpayment of service charges.</li><li>A lack of communication or agreement: There is a huge disconnect between management and employees.</li></ul>