umount
Unmount a filesystem. Safely detaches a storage device from the directory tree before removal.
Primary Syntax
$ umount /mnt/usb
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Example Usage
sudo umount /mnt/usb
sudo umount -l /mnt/stuck#
Quick Tips
• Use man umount to read the full manual
• Add --help flag for quick options reference
• Combine with | less for paginated output
Submitted by: admin
Added: 2/9/2026