deployment

[ dih-ploi-muhnt ]

noun

1. the act of moving something or someone into a strategic position or a position of readiness, or the condition of being in such a position:

   Delays in the deployment of armored vehicles and body armor can cost lives on the front lines.

   Our team is highly experienced in the design, development, and deployment of customized IT solutions for healthcare facilities.

2. the state of being assigned for duty away from home, especially for military purposes:

   Encouragement and support are essential to help returning veterans handle the long-term impacts of deployment and reintegration into a nonmilitary daily routine.

   Community health workers on deployment are assisting in disaster recovery.

3. a period of time during which a person or group is assigned for duty away from home, especially for military purposes:

   She is a helicopter pilot on her second deployment to Afghanistan.

Other Words From

• count·er·de·ploy·ment noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of deployment¹

First recorded in 1775–85; deploy ( def ) + -ment ( def )

Example Sentences

According to federal officials, it was Filion’s intention to cause large-scale deployment of police and emergency services units at targeted locations.

From Los Angeles Times

NHS England said it had issued "updated guidance on the appropriate deployment of medical associates" and would provide increased clarity about their roles.

From BBC

“We’ve rigorously tested and validated our AI stack in multiple cities over the last seven years in preparation for the deployment of our robotaxi fleet,” said Jesse Levinson, co-founder and chief technology officer, in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times

A large deployment of Russian troops arrived in the country in January in a sign of deepening ties, a year after French troops fighting insurgents were kicked out of the country.

From BBC

How significant is this deployment?

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• distribution
• formation
• stationing