Meaning of the word dematerialization in English

What does dematerialization mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

dematerialization

US /diːˌmætərɪəlɪˈzeɪʃən/
UK /diːˌmætərɪəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

Noun

the action or process of dematerializing; the disappearance or reduction of material things

Example:
The concept of dematerialization is central to the idea of a paperless office.
The magician's trick involved the apparent dematerialization of a large object.