Raze Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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raze

[reษชz ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Verb

in a state of extreme anger

To raze means to completely destroy or level to the ground. It is often used in the context of buildings or structures being demolished or torn down.

Synonyms

demolish, destroy, level.

Examples of usage

  • The old factory was razed to make way for a new shopping center.
  • The hurricane razed the entire neighborhood, leaving nothing but rubble behind.
Context #2 | Noun

in a state of extreme anger

Raze can also mean to erase or wipe out completely. It is used to describe the act of removing something completely or eliminating it.

Synonyms

eliminate, erase, wipe out.

Examples of usage

  • The dictator sought to raze all evidence of the previous regime's existence.
  • She wanted to raze all memories of the painful past and start afresh.

Translations

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Origin of 'raze'

The word 'raze' originated from Middle English 'rasen', which means 'to scrape, scratch, erase'. Over time, it evolved to its current meaning of 'destroy or level to the ground'. The word has been used in English since the 14th century.


Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,789 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.