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.