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