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/
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 demolition of the old bridge made way for a new one.
The demolition of the old building required heavy machinery.
The demolition of the old library was followed by reconstruction and the neighborhood's revitalization.
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🎤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.
Breakdown
de- (down/away) + mol- (mass/pile/build) + -ition (action/process suffix)
🎵Rhyme
📝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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