demob (Meaning)

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demob (v)

retire from military service

**British soldiers eagerly awaited their demob** after years of service overseas. (Informal)
The war's end finally saw a large-scale **demob** of military personnel.
John planned a grand celebration for his upcoming **demob** from the army.
After **demob**, many veterans struggled to readjust to civilian life. (Focuses on the process)
The government implemented various programs to assist veterans post-**demob**.
Historians estimate the **demob** following World War II took several years to complete.
He proudly displayed his medals received upon **demob**. (Informal)
Local businesses offered discounts to returning soldiers recently **demobbed**. (Verb form)
The town held a special ceremony to honor those who were **demobbed**.
With **demob** came the bittersweet feeling of leaving comrades behind. (Focuses on the emotional aspect)

retire from military service

disrupt,demobilize, deactivate, disorganize, disorder, disarrange, disband, disturb,dismiss,dissolve

mobilize, marshall, marshal, organize, order, line up, muster, rally, muster, group

**British soldiers eagerly awaited their demob** after years of service overseas. (Informal)

The war's end finally saw a large-scale **demob** of military personnel.

John planned a grand celebration for his upcoming **demob** from the army.

After **demob**, many veterans struggled to readjust to civilian life. (Focuses on the process)