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Disarmament

UK //dɪsˈɑːmənt//US //dɪsˈɑːrəmənt//

Definition

The process of reducing or eliminating military weapons.

In simple words: The process of reducing or eliminating weapons.

Examples

The negotiations focused on global disarmament to promote peace.
Disarmament plays a crucial role in international relations.
Many countries support disarmament to prevent future conflicts.
Activists rallied for disarmament as a path to global security.

Usage notes

Used in political or military contexts. It's more formal and may not be suitable for casual conversations about everyday topics.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'dis' + 'arm' – removing arms means no weapons.

Collocations

nuclear disarmament
complete disarmament
disarmament talks
international disarmament
arms control and disarmament

Synonyms

arms reduction
disarm
demilitarization
military reduction

Common mistakes

Confused with 'disarm' which refers to the act of removing weapons, while 'disarmament' is the broader process.
Using it in informal contexts where simpler terms are more appropriate.