What is the meaning of demolish?

verb

  • Destroy completely.
    • usage: "the wrecking ball demolished the building"; "demolish your enemies"; "pulverize the rebellion before it gets out of hand"
  • Humiliate or depress completely.
    • usage: "She was crushed by his refusal of her invitation"; "The death of her son smashed her"
  • Defeat soundly.
    • usage: "The home team demolished the visitors"
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