n. [ Pref. dis- + union: cf. F. désunion. ] 1. The termination of union; separation; disjunction; as, the disunion of the body and the soul. [ 1913 Webster ] 2. A breach of concord and its effect; alienation. [ 1913 Webster ] Such a disunion between the two houses as might much clou&unr_; the happiness of this kingdom. Clarendon. [ 1913 Webster ] 3. The termination or disruption of the union of the States forming the United States. [ 1913 Webster ] I have not accustomed myself to hang over the precipice of disunion. D. Webster. [ 1913 Webster ] |