Definition of "degarnish" in English

verb

1. To strip or deprive entirely, as of furniture, ornaments, etc.; to disgarnish.

   • to degarnish a house

2. To deprive of a garrison, or of troops necessary for defence.

   • to degarnish a city or fort
   • 1780 August 22, George Washington, letter to Governor Trumbull West point , which post is now almost entirely degarnished