demilitarisation

== English == === Alternative forms === demilitarization === Etymology === From de- + militarisation. === Pronunciation === Rhymes: -eɪʃən === Noun === demilitarisation (plural demilitarisations) The reduction of the armed forces of a state or other political entity in its entire territory, usually at the end of hostilities or as part of a treaty. Antonym: militarization The elimination of the armed forces of a state or other political entity from a specific area in its territory, usually at the end of hostilities or as part of a treaty, such as in the case of demilitarized zones. The conversion of a military or paramilitary force into a civilian one. ==== Translations ==== ==== See also ==== disarmament