disestablishment
disestablishment · disestablishments
The downgrading or dissolution of something that had been establishedThe downgrading or dissolution of something that had been established.
/dɪs.ɪsˈtæblɪʃ.mənt/
Meaning
2 senses(countable, uncountable)The downgrading or dissolution of something that had been established.
The downgrading or dissolution of something that had been established.
(countable, uncountable)Specifically, the removal of state privileges or patronage from a given church; the removal of a policy of having an official governing religion.
More definitions
- the act terminating an established state of affairs; especially ending a connection with the Church of England
Forms
plural: disestablishments| Singular | disestablishment |
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Antonyms
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4 related wordsLessons for this word
1 lessons- A1Countable and uncountable nouns — Because it can be uncountable