Disarmament
/ˌdɪs.ɑːrˈmeɪnmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) The process or policy of reducing or eliminating military forces and weapons by agreement between states.
The treaty called for the disarmament of all nuclear weapons within ten years.
Forms
- disarmament
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Commentary
Disarmament is distinct from arms control, as it specifically refers to the reduction or elimination of weapons rather than regulating their use or proliferation.
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