Demilitarize
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /dɪˈmɪlɪtəɹaɪz/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Demilitarize is a verb meaning (transitive) To remove troops from (an area).
Meaning
(transitive) To remove troops from (an area).
More Meanings
- (transitive) To prevent troops from entering (an area).
- (transitive) To return (an area) to civilian control, after military control.
Word Forms
- demilitarizes
- demilitarizing
- demilitarized
- demilitarise
Synonyms for demilitarize
Depending on context, synonyms include disarm, demilitarise.
Antonyms for demilitarize
Common opposites include fortify, arm, gird, build up, militarize.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include disarm, demilitarise, demobilize, demobilise, demob, disgarrison.
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