Defacing Meaning in English
word · lemma: deface
释义
The act of damaging or spoiling the surface or appearance of something, especially by writing on it or scratching it.
用法与细微差别
Mostly used in formal or legal contexts (e.g., 'defacing property'). Often associated with vandalism, especially graffiti or marks on public property. Not used for people’s faces, despite the root 'face.' Common collocations: 'defacing a statue', 'defacing currency'.
例句
They were caught defacing the school sign.
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There's a fine for defacing currency, so don't write on money.
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People were upset about the defacing of the historic sign downtown.
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Defacing public buildings is against the law.
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The wall was covered with graffiti after defacing.
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After defacing the statue, the vandals quickly ran away.
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