detachment detachment /diːˈtætʃmənt/
noun
-
()
The act of releasing from an attachment or connection
(
detachment
, disengagement
)
the act of releasing from an attachment or connection
-
()
Avoiding emotional involvement
(
withdrawal
, detachment
)
avoiding emotional involvement
-
Coming apart
(
detachment
, breakup
, separation
)
coming apart
The couple announced their separation, ending their marriage.
The couple announced their separation, ending their marriage.
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A small unit of troops of special composition
(
detachment
)
a small unit of troops of special composition
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The state of being isolated or detached
(
detachment
, insularism
, insularity
, insulation
)
the state of being isolated or detached
The insulation of England was preserved by the English Channel
the insulation of England was preserved by the English Channel