neutralization

(noun) action intended to keep a country politically neutral or exclude it from a possible war. Synonyms: neutralisation. Example: "The neutralization of belgium."

(noun) a chemical reaction in which an acid and a base interact with the formation of a salt; with strong acids and bases the essential reaction is the combination of hydrogen ions with hydroxyl ions to form water. Synonyms: neutralisation, neutralization reaction, neutralisation reaction.

(noun) (euphemism) the removal of a threat by killing or destroying it (especially in a covert operation or military operation). Synonyms: neutralisation.

(noun) action intended to nullify the effects of some previous action. Synonyms: neutralisation, counteraction.