The act of releasing or becoming detached from a secure or fixed position, whether physical, emotional, or metaphorical.
It describes the process of losing one's stability, foundation, or the things that provide a sense of belonging and order.
This can apply to boats detaching from their moorings, individuals losing a sense of purpose or identity, or societal structures losing their equilibrium.
It often implies a state of vulnerability, uncertainty, and a disruption of established norms or routines.