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Britannica Dictionary definition of DESTROY
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1
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to cause (something) to end or no longer exist
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to cause the destruction of (something)
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to damage (something) so badly that it cannot be repaired
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Eventually our problems with money destroyed our marriage.
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All the files were deliberately destroyed.
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The disease destroys the body's ability to fight off illness.
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The bomb blast destroyed the village.
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The scandal destroyed [=ruined] his reputation.
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The building was partially destroyed [=demolished] by fire.
2
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to kill (an animal) especially because it is sick, injured, or dangerous
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The dog had to be destroyed since its owner could not prevent it from attacking people.
3
informal
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to defeat (someone or something) easily or completely
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They destroyed [=demolished] the other team 51–7.
