Demolition

/ˌdɛm.əˈlɪʃ.ən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

the act of tearing down, destroying, or demolishing a structure.

The demolition of the old factory took several weeks to complete.

the process of dismantling or destroying something, often in a controlled and systematic manner.

They had to get permits before the demolition of the derelict building could begin.

a term often used in construction and engineering contexts to describe the removal of buildings or other structures.

Demolition crews used explosives to bring down the abandoned skyscraper.

figuratively, it can refer to the complete failure or destruction of an idea, argument, or system.

The evidence presented during the debate led to the demolition of his main argument.

From Latin 'demolitio', from 'demoliri' meaning to tear down.

controlled demolition

A method of demolishing a building by using explosives in a deliberate manner.

demolition derby

A motorsport event where cars are crashed into each other until only one car remains operational.

demolish

To destroy a building or structure.

demolisher

A person or machine that demolishes buildings.

A complete and utter failure or defeat.

The project was a demolition from start to finish.

A major destructive event or action.

That concert was a demolition, everyone loved it!