demolition
word
/ˌdɛməˈɫɪʃən/
de-muh-LI-shuhn
/dˌɛməlˈɪʃən/
de-muh-LI-shuhn
Definition
The act of destroying or tearing down buildings or other structures, usually in a planned and controlled way.
Usage & Nuances
Most common in technical, legal, and construction contexts. Collocates with 'building', 'site', 'order', and 'crew'. Different from 'destruction', which is more general or accidental.
Spanish: demoliciónPortuguese (BR): demoliçãoPortuguese (PT): demoliçãoChinese (Simplified): 拆除 - 拆毁Chinese (Traditional): 拆除 - 拆毀Hindi: ध्वस्तीकरणArabic: هدمBengali: ধ্বংস - ভাঙা (স্থাপনা)Russian: сносJapanese: 解体Vietnamese: phá dỡKorean: 철거Turkish: yıkımUrdu: مسماریIndonesian: pembongkaran
Example Sentences
The demolition crew arrived early to set up the safety barriers.
natural
Many people gathered to watch the dramatic demolition of the historic theater.
natural
The demolition of the old school started yesterday.
basic
We watched the demolition of the bridge on TV.
basic
The city approved the demolition last week.
basic
After the demolition, the land will be used for a new park.
natural