dissolution
US /ˌdɪs.əˈluː.ʃən/
UK /ˌdɪs.əˈluː.ʃən/
1.
dissolution, abrogation
the act or process of ending an official organization or agreement
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The dissolution of the parliament led to new elections.
La dissolution du parlement a conduit à de nouvelles élections.
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The company faced dissolution due to financial difficulties.
L'entreprise a fait face à la dissolution en raison de difficultés financières.
2.
dissolution, désintégration
the process of dissolving or being dissolved
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The dissolution of salt in water is a common chemical process.
La dissolution du sel dans l'eau est un processus chimique courant.
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The gradual dissolution of the ice cap is a concern for climate scientists.
La dissolution progressive de la calotte glaciaire est une préoccupation pour les climatologues.
3.
dissolution, débauche
the state of being dissipated or indulged in sensual pleasures; debauchery
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His life of dissolution led to his downfall.
Sa vie de dissolution a mené à sa chute.
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The city was known for its moral dissolution.
La ville était connue pour sa dissolution morale.