demilitarisation

noun — 3 senses

demilitarisation

noun

Etymology From de- + militarisation.

1

The reduction of the armed forces of a state or other political entity in its entire territory, usually at the end of hostilities or as part of a treaty.

2

The elimination of the armed forces of a state or other political entity from a specific area in its territory, usually at the end of hostilities or as part of a treaty, such as in the case of demilitarized zones.

3

The conversion of a military or paramilitary force into a civilian one.

Related terms
disarmament

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