DISCLOSE, v.t. discloze. [dis and close; L. See Close.] 1. To uncover; to open; to remove a cover from, and lay open to the view.The shells being broken, the stone included in them is disclosed.2. To discover; to lay open to the view; to bring to light. Events have disclosed the designs of the ministry.3. To reveal by words; to tell; to utter; as, to disclose the secret thoughts of the heart.4. To make known; to show in any manner. A blush may disclose a secret passion in the breast. 5. To open; to hatch. [Not used.]The ostrich layeth her eggs under sand, where the heat of the sun discloseth them.DISCLOSE, n. Discovery.
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