demobilize

English

Alternative forms

Etymology

de- + mobilize

Pronunciation

  • (UK) IPA(key): /diːˈməʊbɪlaɪz/

Verb

demobilize (third-person singular simple present demobilizes, present participle demobilizing, simple past and past participle demobilized)

  1. To release someone from military duty, especially after a war.
  2. To disband troops, or remove them from a war footing.

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