n. & v.
n. 1 the loss of reputation; shame; ignominy (brought disgrace on his family). 2 a dishonourable, inefficient, or shameful person, thing, state of affairs, etc. (the bus service is a disgrace).
v.tr. 1 bring shame or discredit on; be a disgrace to. 2 degrade from a position of honour; dismiss from favour. in disgrace having lost respect or reputation; out of favour.
[ F disgrâce, disgracier f. It. disgrazia, disgraziare (as DIS-, GRACE) ]