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demolish
[dih-mol-ish]
verb (used with object)
to destroy or ruin (a building or other structure), especially on purpose; tear down; raze.
to put an end to; destroy; explode.
The results of his research demolished many theories.
to lay waste to; ruin utterly.
The fire demolished the area.
Informal., to devour completely.
We simply demolished that turkey.
demolish
/ dɪˈmɒlɪʃ /
verb
to tear down or break up (buildings, etc)
to destroy; put an end to (an argument, etc)
facetious, to eat up
she demolished the whole cake!
Other Word Forms
- demolisher noun
- demolishment noun
- half-demolished adjective
- undemolished adjective
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of demolish1
Synonym Study
Example Sentences
The current vacant office block at 130 Fenchurch Street, known as Fountain House, will be demolished to make way for two new towers, one with 31 storeys and the other 34.
Whole neighbourhoods - with their shared history, family ties, and social support – demolished.
Tuchel was hugely impressed with the spirit in England's squad, which he said was the best since he was appointed, adding to the finest display since he took over when Serbia were demolished in Belgrade.
Larry Gross, executive director of the Coalition for Economic Survival, said he fears developers will use the law to demolish rent-controlled duplexes, replacing them with more expensive apartment projects.
Anderson has looked right at home at England senior level, while Rogers fitted neatly into Bellingham's number 10 role as Serbia were demolished.
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