Détachement (en. Detachment)
/detasʊmɑ̃/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
The process by which a person or group separates from another.
The detachment of troops is essential for the mission.
Le détachement des troupes est essentiel pour la mission.
A state of indifference or neutrality towards a situation.
His detachment in the face of events surprised him.
Son détachement face aux événements l'a surpris.
Physical or emotional distance.
She felt a detachment from her former friends.
Elle a ressenti un détachement vis-à-vis de ses anciens amis.
Etymology
From the verb "détacher," derived from the prefix "dé-" and the Old French "tachier."
Common Phrases and Expressions
To take detachment
Adopting a neutral or distant attitude towards an event.
prendre du détachement
Emotional detachment
A state in which one feels little affection or attachment towards something.
détachement émotionnel
Military detachment
Detach a military unit for a specific mission.
détachement militaire
Related Words
To detach
To separate an element from a whole.
détacher
Attachment
A feeling of affection or bond towards something or someone.
attachement
To tear away
The act of removing or separating with force.
arrachement
Slang Meanings
The state of being emotionally disconnected.
He's in detachment mode today.
Il est en mode détachement aujourd'hui.
A lack of involvement in a situation.
His detachment from this project is evident.
Son détachement pour ce projet est évident.