competent
Definition: (adjective) having the skill and knowledge needed for a particular task; capable
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de·cou·ple
 (d  -k  p   l)
KEY
TRANSITIVE VERB:
de·cou·pled
,
de·cou·pling
,
de·cou·ples
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Electronics
To reduce or eliminate the coupling of (one circuit or part to another).
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Physics
To decrease or eliminate airborne shock waves from (an explosion) by having it take place underground.
- To separate or detach:
"There's not the slightest possibility that America would be decoupled from Europe by the pursuit of this vital initiative"
(Caspar W. Weinberger).
OTHER FORMS:
de·coupler
(Noun)
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