deconflict

American  

[dee-kuhn-flikt] / ˌdi kənˈflɪkt /

verb (used with object)

1. Military.

   1. to avoid a potential clash or accident involving (nonenemy military operations, weaponry, etc.) in a particular combat area.

      to deconflict coalition forces from three nations.

   2. to avoid such conflict in (a combat area).

      to deconflict airspace.

2. to adjust or coordinate so as to prevent or resolve conflict.

   The witness never explained or deconflicted his earlier statements.

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Usage

What does deconflict mean? Deconflict means to do something to avoid or remove the potential for conflict.Deconflict is especially used in a military context to refer to an action intended to avoid conflict between nonenemy forces in an area or to remove elements (such as weapons) that could lead to dangerous situations. It can also be used in everyday situations when there is disagreement or things are in opposition to each other.Example: We are in the process of deconflicting this zone by clearing it of all military personnel and equipment.

Other Word Forms

• deconfliction noun

Etymology

Origin of deconflict

First recorded in 1970–75; de- ( def. ) + conflict ( def. )

Example Sentences

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Saturday that during talks with his Chinese counterpart, the two sides had agreed to reboot military-to-military links to "deconflict and deescalate".

From Barron's

The Pentagon chief said Dong and he "also agreed that we should set up military-to-military channels to deconflict and deescalate any problems that arise."

From Barron's

"The UK expects to see immediate action by Israel to end restrictions on humanitarian aid, deconflict with the UN and aid agencies, protect civilians and repair vital infrastructure."

From BBC

Officials noted that even as tensions with Russia have spiked over the war in Ukraine, military commanders have continued to use a telephone line to deconflict operations in Syria.

From Seattle Times

Meanwhile a US State Department spokesperson said Mr Blinken highlighted the need for Washington and Ankara to "coordinate and deconflict" their activities.

From BBC