noun
- plural of demobilisation; the process of discharging military personnel from active service and returning armed forces to peacetime status
Usage: chiefly British spelling (American: demobilizations); typically used in historical or military contexts
Examples
- The demobilisations of troops after World War II took several years to complete.
- Many soldiers faced uncertainty during the demobilisations following the armistice.
- The government announced plans for gradual demobilisations of reserve forces.
- Post-war demobilisations created significant social and economic challenges.
- Historical records document the demobilisations of multiple regiments in 1945.
- The demobilisations were staggered to avoid overwhelming the civilian job market.