| 释义 |
demobilize, v.|diːˈməʊbɪlaɪz|
[de- II. 1.]
trans. To reduce from a mobilized condition; to disband (forces) so as to make them not liable to be moved in military service.
1882Standard 23 Oct. 5/3 It has been decided to demobilise those Reserve men. 1892Times 15 Aug. 6/1 The mobilized ships having first been inspected, will return to their respective ports and be demobilized forthwith.
Hence deˌmobiliˈzation, the action of demobilizing, reduction of forces to a peace footing.
1866Spectator 14 Apr. 397/2 Austria has demanded the de-mobilization of the Prussian army. 1885Manch. Exam. 26 Aug. 5/4 An order..for the demobilisation of the First-class Army Reserve. |