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desertion

nounfeminineformaluncommon/dɨzɨɾˈsɐ̃w̃/de·ser·ção

Definition

1

The act of illegally leaving the armed forces or abandoning a duty or obligation to which one was committed.

Usage examples

The soldier was tried for desertion during the conflict.
Desertion from a position of responsibility is considered a serious offense.

Common combinations

military desertioncharged with desertioncrime of desertion