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Destruct: meaning, definitions and examples

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destruct

 

[ dษชหˆstrสŒkt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

physical damage

To destruct means to cause something to be destroyed, often by violent or forceful means. It implies a complete or utter annihilation of an object or idea, leaving no trace behind. The term is commonly associated with demolition or the dismantling of structures. In a broader sense, it can also refer to the termination of processes or functions. This term is often used in engineering, construction, and environmental contexts.

Synonyms

annihilate, demolish, destroy, obliterate.

Examples of usage

  • The demolition team worked to destruct the old building quickly.
  • The chemical reaction may destruct the material if not handled properly.
  • He had to destruct the faulty device to prevent further damage.

Translations

Translations of the word "destruct" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น destruir

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเคทเฅเคŸ เค•เคฐเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช zerstรถren

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ menghancurkan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฝะธั‰ะธั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ niszczyฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ ดๅฃŠใ™ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท destruire

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ destruir

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yฤฑkmak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํŒŒ๊ดดํ•˜๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุฏู…ูŠุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zniฤit

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zniฤiลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ‘งๆฏ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ uniฤiti

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ eyรฐileggja

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะพัŽ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒœแƒ’แƒ แƒ”แƒ•แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mษ™hv etmษ™k

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ destruir

Etymology

The word 'destruct' is derived from the Latin root 'destruere,' which means 'to tear down' or 'to demolish.' The prefix 'de-' suggests removal or reversal, while 'struere' relates to building. The term began to be used in English in the late 20th century, particularly within technical and scientific contexts. It has grown in popularity alongside discussions about engineering and technology, where the act of destruction may be controlled and measured. Over time, 'destruct' has found applications in various fields, including computer science, where it refers to deleting files or objects. Its association with intentional destruction highlights a distinction from mere damage, emphasizing a discrete, purposeful action aimed at eliminating an object or function.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,788 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.