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US/rɪˈpel/
UK/rɪˈpel/
to push something away or keep it away; (of magnets or charges) to push each other apart
In context
Lemongrass oil is often used to repel mosquitoes.
Two magnets repel each other when the same poles face each other.
This jacket has a special coating that repels rain.
Words that go with repel
verb + noun
- repel insectsSome plants naturally repel insects from the garden.
- repel waterOil repels water, so the two never fully mix.
- repel each otherParticles with the same charge repel each other.
- repel mosquitoesHang a net and use a spray to repel mosquitoes at night.
- repel pestsFarmers plant marigolds between the rows to repel pests naturally.