Definition of "detachment" in Englisch

noun

1. (uncountable) The action of detaching; separation.

2. (uncountable) The state of being detached or disconnected; insulation.

3. (uncountable) Indifference to the concerns of others; disregard; nonchalance; aloofness.

4. (uncountable) Absence of bias; impartiality; objectivity.

5. (uncountable, military) The separation of a military unit from the main body for a particular purpose or special mission.

6. (countable, military) The unit so dispatched.

7. (countable, military) A permanent unit organized for special duties.

8. (countable) Any smaller portion of a main body separately employed.