Definition of disengagement

The word "disengagement" has its roots in the 14th century. It comes from the Old French words "desengager," meaning "to unloose" or "to release," and "enganer," meaning "to bind." The term originally referred to the act of unloosing or disconnecting something that was bound or tied, such as a rope or a knot. In the 15th century, the word's meaning expanded to include the concept of withdrawing or separating from something or someone. For example, a person might disengage from a battle or a conflict, or disengage themselves from a group or community. Today, the word "disengagement" is used in a variety of contexts, including politics, psychology, and business, to describe the act of withdrawing or separating from something or someone, often in a deliberate or intentional manner.