Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
raze-a-building
Verb
/reɪz/
Definition
To completely destroy or demolish a building.
Examples
- They decided to raze the old factory to make way for a new shopping center.
- After the fire, the city had to raze the damaged building for safety reasons.
- The government announced plans to raze abandoned houses in the neighborhood.
Meaning
Raze a building means to tear it down to the ground, often using heavy machinery or explosives.
Synonyms
- Demolish
- Destroy
- Level
- Flat
- Wipe out
