Main Entry:

dis·so·lu·tion

Pronunciation:

\ˌdi-sə-ˈlü-shən\

Function:

noun

Date:

14th century

1: the act or process of dissolving: as a: separation into component parts b (1): decay, disintegration (2): death c: termination or destruction by breaking down, disrupting, or dispersing <the dissolution of the republic> d: the dissolving of an assembly or organization e: liquefaction 2: a dissolute act or practice