Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ruins
noun
/ˈruːɪnz/
Definition
The remains of a structure or building that has fallen into disrepair or been destroyed.
Examples
- The ancient ruins of the city attracted many tourists.
- After the fire, all that was left were the ruins of the beautiful house.
- Archaeologists discovered ruins that date back thousands of years.
Meaning
Ruins refer to the remnants of something that once was, typically structures like buildings, monuments, or cities, which have deteriorated over time or through events such as war or natural disasters.
Synonyms
- remains
- wreckage
- devastation
- debris
