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Definition deploy in British English

deploy verb

verb
/dɪˈplɔɪ/
1

if a government or army deploys soldiers or weapons, it uses them

Example

Troops have been deployed in the area to counter a possible attack.

Synonyms and related words
arm armament armed
2

to use something

Example

He would have to deploy his considerable patience.

Synonyms and related words
repurpose go towards bring in
3

if a piece of equipment deploys, it works correctly when you use it

Example

The driver's airbag had failed to deploy.

Synonyms and related words
operate come on function
Definition deploy in British English