The difference between Detach and Tear off
When used as verbs, detach means to take apart from, whereas tear off means to rip away from.
check bellow for the other definitions of Detach and Tear off
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Detach as a verb (transitive):
To take apart from; to take off.
Examples:
"to detach the tag from a newly purchased garment"
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Detach as a verb (transitive, military):
To separate for a special object or use.
Examples:
"to detach a ship from a fleet, or a company from a regiment"
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Detach as a verb (intransitive):
To come off something.
Examples:
"Now that the zipper has detached, my winter coat won't keep me very warm."
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Tear off as a verb (transitive):
To rip away from; to pull a piece from forcibly.
Examples:
"Do not tear off the price tag if you want to return that shirt."
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Tear off as a verb (intransitive):
To leave or depart rapidly.
Examples:
"The fugitive tore off down the alley."