Meaning of the word decommission in English
What does decommission mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
decommission
US /ˌdiː.kəˈmɪʃ.ən/
UK /ˌdiː.kəˈmɪʃ.ən/
Verb
1.
to take a ship, aircraft, or other military unit out of active service
Example:
•
The battleship was decommissioned after 50 years of service.
•
They plan to decommission several old fighter jets next year.
2.
to remove a nuclear reactor or other hazardous industrial plant from service and dismantle it safely
Example:
•
The old nuclear power plant will be decommissioned over the next decade.
•
The company specializes in decommissioning oil rigs.