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Desertation

Noun

(1) The act of deserting or abandoning something, usually referring to a person or military personnel.

Sample Sentence: The soldier's desertation from the army caused a lot of chaos among his comrades.

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(2) The state of being deserted or abandoned.

Sample Sentence: The ghost town's desertation gave an eerie feeling to anyone who wandered through its empty streets.

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Verb

(1) To desert or abandon someone or something.

Sample Sentence: The heartbroken man decided to desert his hometown and start a new life somewhere else.

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(2) To leave a military post without permission.

Sample Sentence: If a soldier desertates, consequences may include dishonorable discharge and legal prosecution.

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