strip down
The phrase "strip down" can refer to removing clothes, simplifying something, or disassembling objects.
Definition
B2Everyday Life
(informal)To take off all or most of one's clothing.
Example
- After the marathon, she stripped down and jumped into the pool.
B2General Use
(general)To remove unnecessary parts or elements, making something more basic.
Example
- The proposal was stripped down to focus on the main objectives.
C1Technical
(technical)To disassemble a machine or device to its basic components.
Example
- They stripped down the engine to diagnose the problem.
Similar
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