How Do You Spell DISMOUNT?

Pronunciation: [dɪsmˈa͡ʊnt] (IPA)

The word "dismount" is spelled with a "dis-" prefix and "mount" root. The "dis-" prefix means "not" or "away from." The "m" sound is spelled with the letter "m," and the "n" sound is spelled with the letter "n." The "ou" sound is spelled with the letters "ou," and the "t" sound is spelled with the letter "t." The IPA phonetic transcription for "dismount" is /dɪsˈmaʊnt/.

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DISMOUNT Meaning and Definition

  1. The term "dismount" serves as both a verb and a noun within the English language, but primarily functions as a verb. As a verb, "dismount" refers to the action of getting off or down from a vehicle, such as a horse, bicycle, or motorcycle, in a deliberate manner. It involves physically leaving or descending from a mounted position. This process typically requires a deliberate movement, either by swinging a leg over to one side or by sliding down.

    Additionally, "dismount" can also be used in a metaphorical sense, indicating the act of stepping down or deescalating from a particular position or viewpoint, often in a figurative manner. It implies the act of abandoning or discontinuing a particular stance or perspective, especially during a debate or argument.

    As a noun, "dismount" is more rarely utilized and denotes a type of gymnastic exercise performed on a horizontal bar or similar apparatus. It involves the gymnast starting from a mounted position and subsequently executing a series of complex movements, what is known as a dismount, to complete the exercise.

    Overall, "dismount" functions as both a verb conveying the act of getting off a vehicle or descending from a position, and a noun representing a specific gymnastic move performed as an exercise.

  2. To alight or get off from a horse; to descend from an elevation; to throw from a horse; to unhorse; to remove cannon, &c, from their carriages.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of DISMOUNT

The word "dismount" originated from Middle English, combining two elements: "dis-" (a prefix meaning "undoing" or "opposite") and "mount" (meaning "to get on or onto something").

The term "mount" came from Old French "monter" which derived from Latin "montare" meaning "to mount or ascend". This Latin word was derived from "mons" meaning "mountain". As people used to ascend mountains, the word gradually started being used for other situations where one gets on or onto something.

Later, the prefix "dis-" was added to "mount" to form "dismount", meaning "to get off or down from something". This word has been used in English since the 15th century.

Idioms with the word DISMOUNT

  • dismount from sth The idiom "dismount from something" typically refers to the action of getting off or getting down from a horse, bicycle, motorcycle, or any other mode of transport. It can also be used metaphorically to mean disengaging from or stepping away from a particular situation, commitment, or viewpoint.
  • dismount from (something) To "dismount from (something)" means to get off or step down from a vehicle, animal, or a raised surface that a person is riding or sitting on. It often refers to physically removing oneself from a mode of transportation or a higher position in a deliberate manner.
  • dismount from The idiom "dismount from" means to physically get off or step down from a horse, bicycle, or any other mode of transportation that requires mounting or climbing onto it. It can also be used metaphorically to refer to the act of stepping away or removing oneself from a particular situation, task, or responsibility.
  • He who rides a tiger is afraid to dismount. The idiom "He who rides a tiger is afraid to dismount" means that someone who is in a dangerous or risky situation is hesitant or unwilling to remove themselves from it, even if they want to or know it would be in their best interest. It reflects the notion that once involved in a difficult or perilous situation, it can be challenging to find a way out due to the fear of potential consequences or backlash.
  • involuntary dismount The idiom "involuntary dismount" refers to a sudden and unexpected fall or ejection from a horse or any other mode of transportation. It is often used humorously to describe an unplanned or accidental incident where someone falls off a horse or vehicle.

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Plural form of DISMOUNT is DISMOUNTS

Conjugate verb Dismount

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have dismounted
you would have dismounted
he/she/it would have dismounted
we would have dismounted
they would have dismounted
I would have dismount
you would have dismount
he/she/it would have dismount
we would have dismount
they would have dismount

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been dismounting
you would have been dismounting
he/she/it would have been dismounting
we would have been dismounting
they would have been dismounting

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would dismount
you would dismount
he/she/it would dismount
we would dismount
they would dismount

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be dismounting
you would be dismounting
he/she/it would be dismounting
we would be dismounting
they would be dismounting

FUTURE

I will dismount
you will dismount
he/she/it will dismount
we will dismount
they will dismount

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be dismounting
you will be dismounting
he/she/it will be dismounting
we will be dismounting
they will be dismounting

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have dismounted
you will have dismounted
he/she/it will have dismounted
we will have dismounted
they will have dismounted

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been dismounting
you will have been dismounting
he/she/it will have been dismounting
we will have been dismounting
they will have been dismounting

IMPERATIVE

you dismount
we let´s dismount

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to dismount

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was dismounting
you were dismounting
he/she/it was dismounting
we were dismounting
they were dismounting

PAST PARTICIPLE

dismounted

PAST PERFECT

I had dismounted
you had dismounted
he/she/it had dismounted
we had dismounted
they had dismounted

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been dismounting
you had been dismounting
he/she/it had been dismounting
we had been dismounting
they had been dismounting

PRESENT

I dismount
you dismount
he/she/it dismounts
we dismount
they dismount

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am dismounting
you are dismounting
he/she/it is dismounting
we are dismounting
they are dismounting

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

dismounting

PRESENT PERFECT

I have dismounted
you have dismounted
he/she/it has dismounted
we have dismounted
they have dismounted

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been dismounting
you have been dismounting
he/she/it has been dismounting
we have been dismounting
they have been dismounting

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it dismount

SIMPLE PAST

I dismounted
you dismounted
he/she/it dismounted
we dismounted
they dismounted

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