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detachment

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Noun — A lack of emotional involvement; an attitude of calm distance.

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emotional detachment a military detachment with detachment

Etymology

From French detachement, from detacher, "to detach".

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Frequently asked questions

What does “detachment” mean?

The word “detachment” means a lack of emotional involvement; an attitude of calm distance. In plain terms, either emotional distance from a situation, or a small group split off from a larger military unit.

How do you pronounce “detachment”?

“Detachment” is pronounced dih-TACH-muhnt (/dɪˈtæt͡ʃmənt/ in IPA).

How do you use “detachment” in a sentence?

Here is “detachment” used in a sentence: “She handled the crisis with remarkable detachment.”

What part of speech is “detachment”?

“Detachment” is a noun.

Where does the word “detachment” come from?

The word “detachment” comes from French. From French detachement, from detacher, "to detach".

Is “detachment” a common word?

“Detachment” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.

How many meanings does “detachment” have?

“Detachment” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a lack of emotional involvement; an attitude of calm distance.

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