noun
- plural of demobilization; the process of discharging military personnel from active service and returning armed forces to peacetime status
Usage: typically used in historical or military contexts; often refers to large-scale operations following wars or conflicts
Examples
- The demobilizations after World War II involved millions of soldiers returning home.
- Several demobilizations occurred throughout the 1990s as Cold War tensions eased.
- The government planned gradual demobilizations rather than immediate mass releases.
- Post-war demobilizations created both economic challenges and opportunities for veterans.
- Historical records document the demobilizations of various regiments following the armistice.
- Rapid demobilizations can strain social services and employment systems.