Dismemberment (noun)

The act or an instance of cutting off or separating the limbs from the body.

Origin:

From the latin dismembratio, meaning "separation of the limbs".

Examples:

1. The dismemberment of the body was a brutal act of violence.
2. The dismemberment of the statue was a disrespectful act towards the cultural heritage.
3. The dismemberment of the company was a necessary step towards its restructuring.
4. The dismemberment of the animal was illegal under the wildlife protection laws.
5. The dismemberment of the empire was a turning point in the history of the region.