1. Verb
To withdraw; to withhold; hence, reflexively, to keep at a distance; to cease to be familiar and friendly with.
2. Verb
To divert from its original use or purpose, or from its former possessor; to alienate.
3. Verb
To alienate the affections or confidence of; to turn from attachment to enmity or indifference.
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