Defacer: meaning, definitions and examples
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defacer
[ dɪˈfeɪsər ]
vandalism act
A defacer is an individual who deliberately damages or destroys property, often for the sake of artistic expression or protest. This term is commonly associated with graffiti artists, who may deface public or private surfaces with their artwork. Defacing can also refer to the act of altering or ruining the original appearance of an object, such as a document or a statue. The motivations behind defacing vary, ranging from political statements to mere vandalism.
Synonyms
defiler, destroyer, tagger, vandal
Examples of usage
- The defacer covered the wall with colorful graffiti.
- Local authorities cracked down on the known defacer in the neighborhood.
- He was arrested for being a defacer of public property.
- The museum was concerned about potential defacers targeting their exhibits.
Translations
Translations of the word "defacer" in other languages:
🇵🇹 detrator
🇮🇳 विकृत करने वाला
🇩🇪 Verunstalter
🇮🇩 perusak
🇺🇦 псевдонім
🇵🇱 zniekształcacz
🇯🇵 デファイサー
🇫🇷 défigurer
🇪🇸 desfigurador
🇹🇷 şekil bozan
🇰🇷 변형자
🇸🇦 مُشوِّه
🇨🇿 deformátor
🇸🇰 deformátor
🇨🇳 破坏者
🇸🇮 deformator
🇮🇸 útlit
🇰🇿 бұзушы
🇬🇪 დეფაცერი
🇦🇿 defaker
🇲🇽 desfigurador
Etymology
The word 'defacer' originates from the verb 'deface.' 'Deface' itself is derived from the prefix 'de-' meaning 'to remove' or 'reverse' and the root 'face,' which refers to the surface or exterior of an object. Initially documented in the 17th century, the term has evolved to encompass various forms of damage or alteration to surfaces, particularly in contexts of art and vandalism. As graffiti art gained popularity in urban culture, the term 'defacer' became more prevalent in describing individuals who engage in such activities, highlighting the tension between artistic expression and property rights.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #43,181, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.