disannex

/dɪˈsænɛks/

Definitions

1. verb

to remove or detach a part of a country, state, or territory from another part or country

“The disputed territory was disannexed from the main country due to diplomatic tensions.”

2. noun

the act of removing or detaching a part of a country, state, or territory from another part or country

“The disannexation led to a significant shift in global politics and international relations.”

Synonyms

  • detach
  • secede

Antonyms

  • annex