dissolve

US /dɪˈzɑ:lv/

UK /dɪˈzɒlv/

B2

verb

  • To cause something to end
  • To dismiss, e.g. a law-making body
  • To melt into and become part of a liquid
  • To end a legal relationship or organization

Examples

Their marriage was formally dissolved last year.

Dissolve the sugar in water.