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mobilization

Mobilization (noun) means the act of organizing people or resources and getting them ready for action, especially military action. Example: “The general ordered the full mobilization of reserve troops.”

noun
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The act of organizing people or resources and getting them ready for action, especially military action.
"The general ordered the full mobilization of reserve troops."
"The charity's mobilization of volunteers made the relief effort possible."

How to Use Mobilization

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishGathering people or resources and getting everything ready to act, often used for armies but also for any large coordinated effort.

Common pairings
military mobilization mass mobilization mobilization of resources

Word Forms

mobilizations plural

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Etymology

From French mobilisation, built from "mobilize" plus the noun-forming suffix "-ation."

Origin: French

Rhymes for mobilization

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “mobilization” mean?

The word “mobilization” means the act of organizing people or resources and getting them ready for action, especially military action. In plain terms, gathering people or resources and getting everything ready to act, often used for armies but also for any large coordinated effort.

How do you use “mobilization” in a sentence?

Here is “mobilization” used in a sentence: “The general ordered the full mobilization of reserve troops.”

What is the opposite of “mobilization”?

The opposite of “mobilization” — its antonyms — are demobilization and immobilization.

What part of speech is “mobilization”?

“Mobilization” is a noun.

Where does the word “mobilization” come from?

The word “mobilization” comes from French. From French mobilisation, built from "mobilize" plus the noun-forming suffix "-ation.".

Is “mobilization” a common word?

“Mobilization” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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