DEMOLISH - Definition & Meaning for Kids
Meaning 1
Part of speech: Verb
destroy completely
Example: the wrecking ball demolished the building; demolish your enemies; pulverize the rebellion before it gets out of hand
Categories: Destroy, Destruct
Meaning 2
Part of speech: Verb
defeat soundly
Example: The home team demolished the visitors
Categories: Get the better of, Overcome, Defeat
Synonyms
Smash, Destroy, Demolish, Crush, Pulverize
🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)
The word "demolish" comes from Latin dēmōlior.
🧩 Fun Fact
Many Latin words entered English twice—once through French and once through direct borrowing.