disunion Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun the termination or destruction of union

WordNet


Dis*un"ion noun
Etymology
Pref. dis- + union: cf. F. désunion.
Definitions
  1. The termination of union; separation; disjunction; as, the disunion of the body and the soul.
  2. A breach of concord and its effect; alienation.
    Such a disunion between the two houses as might much clou the happiness of this kingdom. Clarendon.
  3. The termination or disruption of the union of the States forming the United States.
    I have not accustomed myself to hang over the precipice of disunion. D. Webster.

Webster 1913