definition of
disintegration

[1] #1 disintegration n. [decomposition] in a decomposed state. wn

[2] #2 disintegration n. a loss (or serious disruption) of organization in some system; "a disintegration of personality". wn

[3] #3 disintegration n. [dissolution] separation into component parts. wn

[4] #4 disintegration n. [decay, radioactive decay] the spontaneous disintegration of a radioactive substance along with the emission of ionizing radiation. wn

[5] #5 disintegration n. [annihilation] total destruction; "bomb tests resulted in the annihilation of the atoll". wn