Demilitarization
(noun)
- The process or act of removing or reducing military forces or capabilities from a region or area.
- The state of being free from military presence or influence.
Origin:
Derived from the prefix 'de-' meaning 'reverse of' or 'removal of' and the noun 'militarization' meaning 'the process of militarizing or the state of being militarized'.
Examples:
- The demilitarization of the Korean peninsula is a crucial step towards peace and stability in the region.
- The demilitarization of space is a topic of much discussion among scientists and government officials.
- The demilitarization process included the destruction of weapons and the withdrawal of troops.
- The country underwent a successful demilitarization after the civil war, leading to a decrease in military spending.
- The demilitarization of the border region was seen as a positive step towards improving relations with neighboring countries.