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Definition of discomposition in English:

discomposition

Pronunciation /ˌdɪskɒmpəˈzɪʃn/

noun

  • The state or condition of being discomposed; discomposure.

Origin

Early 17th century; earliest use found in John Donne (1572–1631), poet and Church of England clergyman. From dis- + composition, after discompose.