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detachment (s) (noun), detachments (pl)
1. A lack of personal interest: In her speech, Joan views the modern world with an air of detachment.
2. A group of soldiers who have a special duty to perform: A detachment of military members were called to assist the police in keeping control of the rioters in the city.
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