dictionary.pt

destroy

verb/dɨʃˈtɾɔ.ɐ̃j̃/medium

des·tro·em

Definition

Third person plural present indicative of the verb 'to destroy'. To cause the total ruin or annihilation of something.
Fires destroy vast areas of forest every summer.
Wars destroy not only buildings but also lives.

Etymology

Do latim 'destruere'.

Related words