Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

teardown

noun

/ˈtɪəˌdaʊn/

Definition

A process of dismantling or breaking something down, often to analyze its components or to dispose of it.

Examples

The teardown of the old building revealed many fascinating architectural details.
After the teardown, the team documented the parts for future reference.
They conducted a teardown of the product to understand its design and functionality.

Meaning

Teardown refers to the activity of taking apart a structure, device, or system to gain insight into its functioning or to remove it for renovation or disposal.