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derail

verb/dɨʃkɐʁiˈlaɾ/low

des·car·ri·lar

Definition

To leave the rails (referring to a train, tram, etc.); by extension, to deviate from the normal or planned course.
The freight train derailed after hitting a landslide on the tracks.
The meeting derailed when personal accusations were made.

Etymology

Derivação de 'carril' (do francês 'carril' ou do catalão 'carril').

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