Meaning & use

Disbandment

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The act of officially breaking up or dissolving an organized group, such as a team, military unit, or organization.

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The band's sudden disbandment shocked fans who had just bought tickets for the reunion tour.

The treaty called for the disbandment of the rebel militia within six months.

A note on using this word

While "disbandment" applies to any organized group, it is especially common in describing the end of musical groups, military units, and political parties.

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