What does it mean for something to be deactivated?

Deactivated means that something is not active or functioning. It can refer to a variety of things, such as:

1. A social media account that has been closed or suspended.
2. A computer or device that is not currently in use.
3. A feature or setting on a device that has been turned off or disabled.
4. A person who is not currently employed or active in a particular field or profession.
5. A product or service that is no longer available or being sold.
6. A website or application that is no longer accessible or functioning.
7. A virus or malware that has been neutralized or removed from a computer or network.
8. A gene or protein that has been silenced or inactivated through mutation or other means.
9. A chemical or drug that has been deactivated or rendered ineffective.
10. A military weapon or device that has been disabled or made inoperable.

In general, the term "deactivated" implies that something was once active or functional, but is no longer so.