razing

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈreɪzɪŋ/

Definition

Destroying a building or town completely by knocking it down to the ground.

Examples

• The army was accused of razing entire villages during the conflict.

• They are razing the historic theater to build a modern shopping complex.

• After the earthquake, the city began razing the unstable structures that posed a safety risk.

Synonyms of razing

Words with a similar meaning to razing:

• level
• demolish
• destroy
• obliterate

Antonyms of razing

Words with the opposite meaning to razing:

• build
• construct

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