déconfinement
/de.kɔ̃.fi.nə.mɑ̃/noun★Intermediate
formal
The process or period of lifting restrictions imposed during a lockdown, allowing people to resume normal activities.
Après plusieurs mois de confinement, le déconfinement a été un soulagement pour beaucoup.
After several months of lockdown, the end of restrictions was a relief for many.
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Often used in the context of public health measures during pandemics.
Collocations
mesures de déconfinementdeconfinement measuresphase de déconfinementphase of deconfinement
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Usage Context
This term is specific to situations where lockdowns are imposed and later lifted, such as during a pandemic.
📖Word Origin
From 'dé-' (prefix meaning 'undo') + 'confinement' (lockdown). Coined during the COVID-19 pandemic.
📝Usage Notes
Primarily used in the context of public health and government policies related to pandemics.
Word Breakdown
dé-
undo
prefixconfinement
lockdown
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