demolition — The action or process of demolishing or destroying buildings or other structures.
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: The action or process of demolishing or destroying buildings or other structures.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌdɛməˈlɪʃən/
Korean meaning: 철거, 파괴
Korean pronunciation: 데-몰-리-션 (강세: 리)
Example Sentences
- The demolition of my diet plan happened when I saw the chocolate cake.
- The city approved the demolition of the historic building despite protests.
- His demolition of the opponent's argument was swift and merciless.
demolition
NOUN//ˌdɛməˈlɪʃən//
The action or process of demolishing or destroying buildings or other structures.
The action or process of demolishing or destroying buildings or other structures.
The demolition mission used precise ammunition!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin demoliri, meaning 'to tear down' or 'to destroy from above.' The Romans used this word to describe the systematic destruction of buildings and structures.
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📝Examples
“The demolition of my diet plan happened when I saw the chocolate cake.”
“The city approved the demolition of the historic building despite protests.”
“His demolition of the opponent's argument was swift and merciless.”
“The demolition derby was like watching cars commit vehicular suicide.”
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