What is another word for de-mobilization?
Pronunciation: [dəmˌə͡ʊbɪla͡ɪzˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
De-mobilization is a process of demilitarizing or demobilizing military forces, weapons and equipment. It is often associated with the end of a conflict or war. Synonyms for de-mobilization include disarmament, demobilization, demilitarization, disbandment, dissolution, withdrawal, decommissioning and retirement. Each of these words has a slightly different connotation and context in which it is used, but all of them describe the process of reducing the size and scope of a military force. De-mobilization is a crucial step in transitioning from war to peace and can help to prevent future conflicts by reducing the number of weapons and armed personnel in a region.
