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erasing

 

[ ษชหˆreษชzษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

removing marks

Erasing is the action of removing marks, writing, or drawings from a surface. This can be accomplished using various tools, such as erasers for pencil marks or chemical solutions for ink. In a broader sense, erasing can also refer to the act of eliminating data or information from digital devices. The process may involve overwriting existing data with new information to ensure it is no longer accessible. Overall, erasing serves to create a clean slate for new ideas or information.

Synonyms

delete, obliterate, remove, wipe

Examples of usage

  • I spent hours erasing mistakes from my paper.
  • She used an eraser to fix her drawing.
  • He deleted the file, effectively erasing his work.
  • They erased the board after the meeting.

Translations

Translations of the word "erasing" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น apagando

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเคฟเคŸเคพเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช lรถschen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ menghapus

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัั‚ะธั€ะฐะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ usuwanie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆถˆๅŽปใ™ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท effacement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ borrado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท silme

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ง€์šฐ๊ธฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุณุญ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mazรกnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ mazanie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ“ฆ้™ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ brisanje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ eyรฐing

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะพัŽ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฌแƒแƒจแƒšแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ silinmษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ borrado

Etymology

The word 'erase' comes from the Latin 'erasare,' which means to scrape off or rub out. The root of 'erasare' is 'radere,' meaning to scrape or shave. The term evolved through Old French 'eraser' in the 16th century before taking its current form in English. Traditionally, erasing involved physical action, like rubbing a surface with an abrasive object. Over time, with the advancement of technology, erasing has expanded beyond physical surfaces to include digital data and information. The concept of erasing encapsulates the idea of removing traces of something, whether it be writing, drawing, or digital content, reflecting our desire for clarity and the pursuit of new beginnings.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,542, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.