1. to discharge (troops or armed forces) from active service; to disband a military force
Usage: British spelling; American English uses 'demobilize'; commonly used in military and historical contexts
2. to reduce or withdraw from a state of readiness or active engagement
Usage: extended or figurative use

Examples

• After the war ended, the government began to demobilise the armed forces.
• Thousands of soldiers were demobilised and returned to civilian life.
• The military demobilised its reserve units following the peace agreement.
• The company demobilised its emergency response team once the crisis was over.
• Plans to demobilise troops were announced by the defence ministry.
• Many veterans struggled after being demobilised without adequate support.