demob
pronunciation
How to pronounce demob in British English:
UK [ˌdi:ˈmɒb]
How to pronounce demob in American English:
US [ˌdiˈmɑb]
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- Verb:
- retire from military service
Word Origin
- demob (v.)
- 1920, short for demobilize. Originally in reference to World War I troops returning to civilian life. Related: Demobbed.
Example
- 1. His demob suit didn 't fit him very well .