Meaning of the word unseat in English

What does unseat mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

unseat

US /ʌnˈsiːt/
UK /ʌnˈsiːt/

Verb

1.

to remove someone from a position of power or authority, especially in an election

Example:
The challenger managed to unseat the incumbent mayor.
It will be difficult to unseat the popular governor.
2.

to cause a rider to fall from a horse or bicycle

Example:
The sudden buck of the horse threatened to unseat the jockey.
He was almost unseated when he hit a bump on the trail.