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Meaning of disband
The primary meaning of the word "disband" is to stop something from existing or operating, especially an organization or a group.
Etymology of disband
The word "disband" originated in the 15th century from the Old French "desbander", which is derived from "des-" (meaning "opposite of" or "removal of") and "band" (meaning "group" or "tie")
Historically, the word was used to describe the act of releasing soldiers from their military duties or dissolving a military unit
Synonyms
dissolve
break up
disperse
scatter
separate
part
divide
split
sever
dismantle
demolish
abolish
cancel
terminate
end
cease
halt
stop
dismiss
discharge
release
liberate
free
dismiss
remove
oust
expel
eject
banish
exile
repudiate
renounce
reject
abandon
desert
forsake
leave
depart
withdraw
retire
secede
withdraw
resign
quit
drop out
opt out
Definitions
- To stop something from existing or operating, especially an organization or a group
- * To dismiss or discharge someone from a group or organization
- * To break up or dissolve a group, team, or organization
Usage Examples
- The company will disband its marketing team due to financial constraints
- * The government decided to disband the corrupt organization
- * The band disbanded after their lead singer quit