Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

demolish

verb
/dɪˈmɒl.ɪʃ/
Definition
To completely destroy or tear down a building or structure.
Examples
  • They plan to demolish the old factory to make way for new development.
  • The storm could demolish several homes in the area.
  • The council voted to demolish the unsafe bridge.
Meaning
Demolish means to take something apart or destroy it completely, often referring to buildings and constructions.
Synonyms
  • destroy
  • razed
  • tear down
  • flatten
  • level